Arbor Crest Riesling

Description

About the Wine Our 2014 Riesling is made from the noble White Riesling grape solely from the Dionysus Vineyard grown in the Columbia Valley. Handpicked and hand-sorted, this wine shows bright pineapple, lemon andhoneycharactersthatunfoldonthepalateaspeachandalmond.This wine is finished slightly sweet to balance the bright acidity and to create a long and supple finish.To protect and enhance the delicate fruit aromas and flavors, this wine was fermented and aged in stainless steel.As well, this wine did not go through malolactic fermentation.About Vintage The 2014 growing season was optimal for White Riesling from the Dionysus Vineyard.The ideal summer allowed the flavors to develop nicely yielding enticing peach, honey and pineapple notes.Thecoolereveningsallowedforexcellentacidretentionand therefore naturally balanced fruit from inception.A stellar year for White Riesling!About the Vineyards The Dionysus vineyard is over 43 years old and the fruit is aromatic and concentrated.It sits along the banks of the Columbia Riverandhasgreatsunexposurewithcooleveningstopreservethe natural acidity of the grape.Food Recommendations Our Riesling is a wine that transcends all courses.It is delicious served chilled or as an aperitif; or served with halibut combined with a spicy mango salsa; or enjoy as a dessert paired with a fruit tart or a lemon meringue pie! Please enjoy – Arbor Crest