Past it's prime, but still nice enough. I am one if those red wine drinkers that's not afraid to admit I like Riesling. When done well it's wonderfully complex wine, crisp and acidic.
The California Rieslings usually fall well short of the German and Alsatian examples. This one is a decent representation not too sweet, off-dry style. Some floral and citrus on the nose. White fruits, honey, and citrus. Light finish. Last bottle, would try again with more recent vintages.
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Still has some life in it, not overly sweet, good acidity. Classic riesling flavors of apples and pears on the finish. Like prior reviews, Alsatian style.
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Wineflock - Rieslings Around the World (Bob's): Group #9, My #7 - Pale yellow colro. Forward very perfumy spicy sweet white fruit. Very perfumed on the palate with good spice. I would have bet money this was Gewurtz.
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Honeysuckle and tropical fruits on the nose, minerally taste, medium bodied with peach and honey flavours. Hint of citrus at the back of the mouth. Paired well with mother-in-law's borscht.
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Made in a moderately rich, nearly dry Alsatian style. Round nose hints at the tropical. A very pleasant Cali riesling that balances its alcohol with plenty of fruit and richness. 50+4+12+17+7=90
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11/4/2012 - walkerjfw wrote: 85 Points
Past it's prime, but still nice enough. I am one if those red wine drinkers that's not afraid to admit I like Riesling. When done well it's wonderfully complex wine, crisp and acidic.
The California Rieslings usually fall well short of the German and Alsatian examples. This one is a decent representation not too sweet, off-dry style. Some floral and citrus on the nose. White fruits, honey, and citrus. Light finish. Last bottle, would try again with more recent vintages.
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5/1/2012 - walkerjfw wrote: 88 Points
Still has some life in it, not overly sweet, good acidity. Classic riesling flavors of apples and pears on the finish. Like prior reviews, Alsatian style.
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11/30/2010 - JasonNYC1 wrote:
Very nice, especially for a Napa/CA Riesling, nice acidity, great nose - overall very nice wine.
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1/3/2008 - christ80 wrote: 85 Points
nice, clean crisp. drank in paris 12/07 with kk
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9/27/2006 - Jack wrote: 90 Points
Very nice. Was a pefect match for sole.
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9/14/2006 - Dusty Bear wrote: 91 Points
Notes same as last, with the exception of a barely noticeable whiff of petrol on the nose.
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9/7/2006 - winefool wrote: 90 Points
Wineflock - Rieslings Around the World (Bob's): Group #9, My #7 - Pale yellow colro. Forward very perfumy spicy sweet white fruit. Very perfumed on the palate with good spice. I would have bet money this was Gewurtz.
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8/13/2006 - Dusty Bear wrote: 91 Points
Honeysuckle and tropical fruits on the nose, minerally taste, medium bodied with peach and honey flavours. Hint of citrus at the back of the mouth. Paired well with mother-in-law's borscht.
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4/21/2006 - burningstarIV wrote: 90 Points
Made in a moderately rich, nearly dry Alsatian style. Round nose hints at the tropical. A very pleasant Cali riesling that balances its alcohol with plenty of fruit and richness. 50+4+12+17+7=90
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