Archive for the ‘riesling’ Category
15
Feb
Posted by fireontop06 in $25 or less, 92 points, riesling, top 100 2009. Tagged: 92 point riesling, oregon riesling, riesling wine tasting. Leave a Comment
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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14
Jan
Posted by fireontop06 in $20 or less, 95 points, best buy 2009, riesling, top 20 2009. Tagged: 95 point riesling, best buy riesling, riesling wine tasting, top 20 2009 riesling, washington state riesling, wine rating, wine tasting. Leave a Comment
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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29
Nov
Posted by fireontop06 in $20 or less, 92 points, best buy, riesling. Tagged: 92 point riesling, australian riesling, australian riesling wine tasting, wine rating, wine tasting. Leave a Comment
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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15
Nov
Posted by fireontop06 in $20 or less, 90 points, riesling. Tagged: 90 point riesling, australian riesling, riesling wine tasting, wine rating, wine tasting. Leave a Comment
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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7
Sep
Posted by fireontop06 in $20 or less, 90 points, riesling. Tagged: $20 or less riesling, 90 point riesling, new zealand riesling, riesling, riesling wine tasting. Leave a Comment
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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16
Aug
Posted by fireontop06 in $25 or less, 91 points, riesling. Tagged: 91 point riesling, california riesling, riesling, riesling wine tasting, wine rating. Leave a Comment
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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5
Aug
Posted by fireontop06 in $20 or less, 90 points, best buy, riesling, top 100. Tagged: 90 point riesling, german riesling, riesling, riesling wine tasting, top 100 riesling, wine rating. Leave a Comment
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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28
Jul
Posted by fireontop06 in $10 or less, 88 points, riesling. Tagged: riesling, wine tasting, california riesling, 88 point riesling, riesling wine tasting. Leave a Comment
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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21
May
Posted by fireontop06 in $20 or less, best buy, riesling. Tagged: best buy, riesling, white wine. Leave a Comment
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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15
May
Posted by fireontop06 in best buy, riesling, top 100, white wine. Tagged: best buy white wine, riesling, top 100 riesling, vision cellars. Leave a Comment
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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