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| Community Tasting Notes (average 89 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 61 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by PIntag on 6/17/2023: This was still drinkable - quite sweet, but nothing to get excited over. This is way past prime. (491 views) | | | Tasted by JHuseby1 on 6/9/2019 & rated 88 points: Should have opened this one years ago. It is about 11 years beyond the end of the CT drinking window. The color is nearly bronze - an old, darkening gold. On the palate, there is an initial flash of fruit, that fades very quickly, then just becomes more acidic. There is still peach and mango. As I go through the glass, the fruit integrates, but also becomes less flashy. To state the obvious, drink up. (1165 views) | | | Tasted by jonahfactor on 5/25/2018: Last bottle of a case purchase a decade ago. Still very graceful and shows well. Notes of petrol, peach, pineapple and Key Lime zest. A fading palate, nonexistent bouquet and a shortish finish tells me this is past prime. Drink up. (1856 views) | | | Tasted by jonahfactor on 6/11/2017: Cellar stored since release more than a decade ago, this dark horse is still trotting along. Golden yellow with silken legs and nice texture. Secondary and tertiary elements clearly predominate. So this is more about petrol and dusty notes than the fruit-driven character of its youth. That said, it still offers gentle peach and apricot notes, if you're paying attention. Offers considerable refreshment. Not very many domestic Rieslings could hold up for this long, even in the best of storage. Time to drink up. (����= Worth Seeking Out) (1677 views) | | | Tasted by bcmatthias on 9/8/2013 & rated 88 points: On the sweeter side, but not bad. (3366 views) | | | Tasted by Dan & Patti on 6/12/2011 & rated 86 points: Mostly gone, minimal finish (4200 views) | | | Tasted by Crystal on 3/2/2011 & rated 87 points: still a great wine fresh and sweet. nice for dessert (3771 views) | | | Tasted by peternelson on 11/3/2010 & rated 90 points: Anita: Fantastic, nice structure, extract, light sweetness, good bal, char., aging well; if any negative, just a tad short on the finihs, but really good for this! (2800 views) | | | Tasted by nvexplorer on 9/26/2010 & rated 91 points: Fabulous desert, cheese and fruit course wine!! Stone fruit and citrus, good balance with some residual sugar. Great finish. (3847 views) | | | Tasted by mlawren1 on 3/22/2010 & rated 89 points: lime and green apple over a very crisp finish. (2399 views) | | | Tasted by stevenjstein on 2/28/2010 & rated 87 points: Probably past its prime. Good acidity, but the fruit was subdued. A bit green, with lots of citrus and a bit of pear. (2040 views) | | | Tasted by mlawren1 on 1/23/2010 & rated 90 points: Crisp and acidic. Nice citrus and pear. Finish with a bit of oiliness. (2009 views) | | | Tasted by vanpe003 on 8/12/2009 & rated 91 points: Very nicely balanced. Medium bodied. Apples and a touch of petrol. Fruit is relatively rich and off dry. An excellent cocktail cruise wine for the summer. (2242 views) | | | Tasted by sakemakibug on 7/21/2009 & rated 85 points: don't get it (2212 views) | | | Tasted by Crystal on 2/10/2009 & rated 89 points: still yummy but time to drink up! (2360 views) | | | Tasted by jmh st louis on 12/25/2007 & rated 91 points: apricot, peach, and a lithe lingering finish. Loved it. (2816 views) | | | Tasted by rmodak on 8/10/2007 & rated 88 points: Not as bright as other vintages. Still decent apple, hint of petrol, decent acid on the finish. Drink now. (2992 views) | | | Tasted by cbbrown3 on 8/4/2007 & rated 89 points: Popped and poured. Pale golden/yellow color. Apple, peach, honeydew melon, a bit of petrol and minerals on the nose. Light to medium body with good acidity and a bit of residual sugar. On the palate the wine is sweet and tart with sweet crisp apples, citrus, melon, all with a mineral edge. The finish is very tasty with sweet apples and tart lemon, but is a bit short. A very enjoyable wine but it seems to be missing something. It's like eating a dish and thinking that it needs a bit of something added.
With an hour of air, the nose seemed a bit fuller and richer. On the palate some of the tartness faded leaving loads of sweet fruit, but the finish was still a bit short. (2974 views) | | | Tasted by guitarguy on 5/30/2007 & rated 88 points: Better than bottle one but probably a wine that is best drunk soon after release. Some slate, citrus and carmel on the nose. There is a touch of an acid bite wiht mineral and pear on the palate. This bottle had a touch too much petrol for me. (3115 views) | | | Tasted by BonnieM on 1/20/2007: Not a replacement for a good German riesling but a fair substitute. Green apples, citrus, the sweetness to dry ration was okay. I would buy again if German wines I like are not available. (3511 views) | | | Tasted by GARDEN on 1/6/2007 & rated 90 points: We had Dave and Paula over for dinner. This wine was served with the hors d'oeurves. It was enjoyed by all. I would concur with prior observations This is as good as American riesling gets. (3808 views) | | | Tasted by ArieS on 1/6/2007 & rated 87 points: Pale straw color, a bit of petrol on the nose on opening which blew off quickly. Notes of apples and minerals.
On the palate green apples with a lemony short finish. Lacks acidity, the alcohol is showing through.
I'll take any Kabinett over this, any day. (3618 views) | | | Tasted by sdatl on 12/29/2006 & rated 91 points: Delicious, spritzy, and very aromatic... as always (3300 views) | | | Tasted by tederf on 8/16/2006 & rated 90 points: I agree with the great majority of tasters of this wine. CSteM and Dr. Loosen did an outstanding job. Nose of citris and floral with some amount of other fruit and bit of spice. In the mouth, just the right amount of lemon, apple, and a bit of spice (i think cinnamon). Great balance of acidity and a touch of residual sugar on the tip of the tongue.
There is that hint of "spritz." I have the 2005 left and hope it does as well. Had this last night with scallops and my wife's great risotto. (3885 views) | | | Tasted by E on 6/4/2006: To those of you reading this review, please note that riesling is my achilles wine heel....its the varietal that someliers and true vinophiles seem to go gaga over, often naming it their top varietal. I and the lovely wife can't seem to develop a palate for the stuff and used to sit through dinners with food and wine pairings where all too often riesling was in the mix. Its just too sweet, even those from alsace, etc. We had one unfortunate chefs tasting at the Ritz Naples several years ago where the sommelier had developed his interest in wine while in the service in Germany...and you guessed it, riesling was his favorite varietal. We suffered that night, with onetoo sweet GERMAN riesling after another. Now we state our dislike of the stuff if faced with a sommelier driven blind pairing(ANYTHING but riesling). The kind sommelier at Per Se must of thought we were bonkers last year when we stated our preference for anything but riesling (that sake they served with the oysters and pearls rocked, by the way)
Anyway, we picked this up based on the WA reviewer stating this was the best US riesling ever. OK, OK we thought, we're ignorant and just haven't had any DECENT riesling, and, hence, the reason we remain truly incomplete in our wine appreciation. Wrong. This stuff reeks of lighter fluid, and tastes a bit of it, too, albeit too sweet lighter fluid.
So we are writing off riesling for good if this is the best US example. Sommeliers everywhere watch out, you'll have to come up with something else! I'm giving this a 70 but am not posting the score as it may just not be my cup of tea (4424 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| By Chris Kissack
Winedoctor, May 2006
(Chateau Ste Michelle & Ernst Loosen Eroica Riesling (Columbia Valley, Washington)) Subscribe to see review text. | By Chris Kissack
Winedoctor, September 2005
(Chateau Ste Michelle & Ernst Loosen Eroica Riesling (Columbia Valley, Washington)) Subscribe to see review text. | By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, November/December 2004, IWC Issue #117
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| Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen Producer websiteRiesling 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.Columbia Valley Columbia Valley Winery Association |
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