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| Drinking window: Drink between 2006 and 2010 (based on 2 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 83.2 pts. and median of 85 pts. in 9 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by John Nezlek on 11/20/2015 & rated 85 points: Not much going on here any more. Probably past its prime. Noting painful, but nothing particularly rewarding. (677 views) | | | Tasted by Mcvicker on 7/26/2010 & rated 69 points: Went bad (1752 views) | | | Tasted by John Nezlek on 7/4/2008 & rated 88 points: At the outset, I will note that I do not prefer drier style Rieslings to the more traditional, sweeter Rieslings. So, at first, I tasted this and was reminded of the Leeuwin Art Series, not one of my favorites. After a bit of time however, this wine grew on my, and I developed a taste for it. Mineral (and the petrol -- I guess -- flavor others have mentioned), tart, and crisp -- but not without flavor. It was also slightly better on Day 2. I am curious about what type of food might be appropriate -- perhaps some type of shellfish. I have 2 more and I am curious what they will be like. (1680 views) | | | Tasted by sjroth on 2/24/2008 & rated 82 points: Fuel, apple , pear....not the type of riesling I enjoy. Very acidic. Would not buy again, just not my style. (1884 views) | | | Tasted by seanucsb on 1/14/2008 & rated 82 points: Drank half....okay....used the other half for cooking....there are much better Rieslings out there....... (2009 views) | | | Tasted by winelibrarian.org on 12/23/2007: On first pour, there was definitely a smell of fuel and apples. Tastes of apples and alcohol. This was not the usual kabinett German rieslings I usually enjoy. Very dry and apple-y with a taste of mineral that I usually associate with chardonnay. (1513 views) | | | Tasted by gadget-queen on 12/16/2007 & rated 75 points: fun wine-not bad. (1168 views) | | | Tasted by WineGirl66 on 12/1/2007 & rated 89 points: Very good. Very dry. Lots of bottle variation though. We had two bottles with the first very dry and balanced and the second a bit more acidic and a tad bit unbalanced, but still good. (1182 views) | | | Tasted by roberticomusic on 11/7/2007 & rated 90 points: Delicious (1322 views) | | | Tasted by jim dixon on 11/5/2007 & rated 89 points: Showing its age, perhaps a bit prematurely. If you like Petrol and dislike sweet, this is the riesling for you. (1239 views) |
| Bonny Doon Vineyard Producer website
Bonny Doon was sold in early 2020 to "WarRoom", a wine production and marketing entity formed in 2018. Per a January 2020 Decanter article - https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/californias-bonny-doon-sold-430550/ - "Graham will retain creative control of Bonny Doon’s wines, but production will change from 35,000 cases of 15 different wines annually to just four wines: the flagship red Rhône blend Le Cigare Volant; Le Cigare Blanc (based on Vermentino); Vin Gris de Cigare (a Rhône varietal rosé); and a 100% Picpoul."Riesling Varietal character (Appellation America) | A short history of Riesling (Uncork) | Riesling (wikipedia)USAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.Washington Washington Wine Commission | Credit to Washingtonwine.org for this article
Washington Wine
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Wineries
With 30,000+ acres planted, the state has ideal geography and conditions for growing premium vinifera wine grapes. Primarily grown on their own root stocks, the vines produce grapes of consistent quality, resulting in strong vintages year after year. While its focus is on Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the region also produces a wide range of other spectacular whites and reds.
Growers
Winemakers from all over the world have chosen to establish themselves in Washington, where they can create wines reflecting this region's unique characteristics. Their hand-crafted wines are receiving wide acclaim from critics regionally, nationally and internationally for their consistently high quality. Many of them have received scores of 90 and above from the major wine media. Overall this is a higher percentage than other leading wine regions.
Regions
As the state's fourth largest fruit crop, the Washington wine industry is an important contributor to the long-term preservation of Washington agriculture. The industry is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and conservation of water resources.
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Varieties
Washington produces more than 20 wine grape varieties - a ratio of 56 percent white to 44 percent red. As the industry matures and experiments, it finds many grape varieties that thrive throughout Washington's microclimates. There are more than 16,000 vineyard acres of red wine varieties statewide.
History & Vintages
Washington's wine future is limitless. As consumers discover the quality of Washington wines, demand continues to grow nationally and internationally. New acreage and wine varietals are being planted and new wineries are opening at a remarkable pace. Washington State is recognized as a premium viticultural region around the world.
State Facts
Washington's wine industry generates more than $3 billion to the state economy. It employs more than 14,000 people, directly and indirectly, with projections to add nearly 2,000 more jobs by 2006. In terms of tax revenues accrued to the state and federal government, wine grapes are among the highest tax generators of any agricultural crops. Furthermore, Washington wine tourism attracts nearly two million visitors annually contributing to the positive growth of local and regional economies.
Washington State - the perfect climate for wine = ideal growing conditions, quality wines, business innovation, lifestyle, and social responsibility. All are key elements of this world-class wine industry.
Vintages
"2008 and even more so 2010 and 2011 were cool, even cold vintages (think: 2002 in the Barossa) without the extreme ripeness, extract and higher alcohol that had become the norm in the state’s post 1995 world. 2008 was manageable but the duo of 2010/2011 nearly caused a “great depression” in Washington State." - Jon RimmermanColumbia Valley Columbia Cascade Winery Association
The Columbia Valley AVA lies mostly in Washington state, with a small section in Oregon. The Cascade Range forms its western boundary with the Palouse regions bordering the area to the east. To the north, the Okanogan National Forest forms a border with the AVA and Canada. It encompasses the valleys formed by the Columbia River and its tributaries, including the Walla Walla River, the Snake River, and the Yakima River. The Columbia valley stretches between the 46th parallel and 47th parallel which puts it in line with the well known French wine growing regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The northern latitude gives the areas two more hours of additional daylight during the summer growing season than wine regions of California receive. The volcanic and sandy loam soil of the valley offers good drainage and is poor in nutrients, ideal in forcing the vine to concentrate its resources into the grape clusters.Yakima Valley Wine Yakima Valley |
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