Archive for the ‘riesling’ Category

2007 Chehalem Reserve Dry 92 points

 

Riesling, Willamette Valley, $21
I love this Riesling; With a zippy palate of melon, pink grapefruit, lime and green apple. This white is bone dry and a yummy lip-smacker that packs a concentrated core of tropical fruit. The finish is intense and long lasting.

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2006 Poet’s Leap Riesling 95 points

 

Poet’s Leap 2006 Riesling (Columbia Valley); $20.
This Riesling is gorgeous, one of the best I’ve ever had. I got this beauty as a gift and WOW! With a beautiful palate of pineapple, melon, bosc pear and apricot that’s layered perfectly. The light honeyed residual sugar is a perfect balance to keep acids in check. If [...]

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2007 Penfolds Bin 51 92 points

 

Riesling, Eden Valley, $20
Another fantastic wine from Penfolds; This racy Riesling coats the palate with passion fruit, tangerine, lime and zesty lemon. Expertly layered fruit with restrained acids balance this gorgeous white wine. With a lip-smacking finish that’s long and lively this Riesling can’t be beat.

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2007 Petaluma Hanlin Hill 90 points

 

Riesling, Clare Valley, $20
Tangy, tart with creamy citrus flavors; Kaffir lime, orange peel and cotton candy fill the palate with creamy goodness. Medium bodied with restrained acids and a broad palate make for a great white wine, drink now thru 2012.

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2007 Northfield Riesling 90 points

 

Northfield 2007 Riesling (Waipara Valley); $20
Very fragrant, with white pepper and fuzzy peach aromas. With a ripe palate of lemon, lime and peach leading to a finish of juicy gooseberry.

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2007 Casa Nuestra Riesling 91 points

 

Riesling, Napa Valley, $22
I love the label and I also embrace peace and I enjoyed this Riesling. Spicy and tropical on the nose with zesty lime, tangerine, pineapple and cut grass on a bright palate. A bone dry finish with balanced acidity makes for a beautiful Riesling.

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2006 Schloss Vollrads Kabinett 90 points

 

Riesling, Rheingau, $20
Vintage after vintage this producer never disappoints…a home run Riesling! A fresh nose of crisp tropical fruit, with a sweet palate of Granny Smith apples, grapefruit and stone. With a refreshing finish and zippy acids makes this best buy a fabulous Riesling.

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2006 Beaulieu Vineyard Riesling 88 points

 

2006 Riesling California Coastal Estates $9
This Riesling is spicier than the typical big tropical style you’ll find. The spicy fruit of white peach, pear and orange rind flood the palate with balance and restraint. The finish is where the tropical notes and balanced acids come out, drink now.

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2007 Felton Road Riesling 91 points

Riesling, Central Otago, $22
I love Rieslings and this is the reason why, a little sweetness, lots of tropical fruit and great aging potential. A nose of pink grapefruit, lemon zest and stone with a palate of exploding tropical fruit. Medium body with a lush mouth feel and balanced acids, with a smooth long finish. Drink [...]

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2006 Vision Cellars 92 points

Riesling, Santa Lucia Highlands, $18
Riesling is considered one of the most versatile grapes, not only because of flavors and complexity, but paring with food. I love this wine, perfectly executed, this guy knows how to make great wine. A nose of creamy lemons and lavender with a mineral edge to it. On the palate, [...]

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