2019 Estates Reserve Dry Riesling

2019 Estates Reserve Dry Riesling
Library Release

93 Points, James Suckling

“Aromas of chamomile, honeysuckle and lemon peel. Medium-bodied. Very delicate and crisp on the palate with a lingering citrus note. Fresh and gentle. Drink now.” - James Suckling

 

Tasting Notes

The nose shows bright citrus, lemon cream, orange and fresh sage. The palate is intense and shows great complexity with surprising richness and unctuous texture.

 

Vineyards

The 2019 Estates Reserve Dry Riesling is a blend of grapes sources from all three of our estate vineyards; 40% Wichmann Dundee, 30% Ribbon Ridge, 30% Coast Range

 

Coast Range Vineyard
45 million year old mix of marine sediments and intrusive basalt flows in the foothills of the Coast Range mountains


Ribbon Ridge Vineyard
40 million year old high-quartz marine sandstones in the heart of the Ribbon Ridge AVA


Wichmann Dundee Vineyard
15 million year old red volcanic soils classic to Oregon’s Dundee Hills AVA

 

Drinking Window

2020 - 2035

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SKU: 1482
Wine Specs
Vintage
2019
Varietal
Riesling
Appellation
Yamhill-Carlton, Ribbon Ridge, Dundee Hills
pH
3.07
Residual Sugar
2.2 g/L
Alcohol %
13.0
Wine Profile
Production Notes
2019 Vintage Notes: After five warmer vintages in a row, 2019 provided some challenges typically associated with growing grapes in a cool viticultural climate like the Willamette Valley. A cool weather pattern that began in September ushered in one of the coldest Octobers in a long time. While September had more rainfall than normal, October was moderately dry allowing winemakers time to wait for ripeness to occur. This was one of the coolest endings to a vintage in roughly 30 years. Thoughtful planning and timely picking decisions were critical; resulting in wines with lower alcohols but more brightness and life. Winemakers that kept their discipline and nerve throughout harvest will be rewarded with truly elegant, lovely wines from the 2019 vintage.