Strewn Riesling Gewürztraminer 2007

April 9th, 2009 Chuck Posted in Canada, Gewürztraminer, Riesling No Comments »

This fusion of whites provides a deep bouquet and crisp palette. It’s an ok buy, but I would recommend the Pillitteri over it and even Strewn’s regular riesling.
Best as an aperitif
Tip: balloon glass
At a Glance
Taste pineapple, apple, cinnamon
Smell tropical fruit, pineapple, pear
Food aperitif
Sweetness off dry
Price $11.95
LCBO# 467662
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Strewn Semi-Dry Riesling 2006

January 11th, 2009 Chuck Posted in Canada, Riesling No Comments »

This pale straw coloured riesling, served well chilled looked, smelled and tasted great in my new Riedel glassware. The past few cold winters didn’t affect the riesling vines as much as others, which may be why it’s the hottest white on the market right now.
Overall this is a great buy: crisp, acidic and flavourful. Proof why you should keep buying your whites from Ontario.
Tip: tulip glass
At a Glance
Taste grapefruit, lemon, pineapple
Smell pineapple, tropical fruit, floral
Food pork, chinese
Sweetness off dry
Price $11.95
LCBO# 616599
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Hillebrand Trius Riesling Dry 2006

May 23rd, 2008 Chuck Posted in Canada, Riesling No Comments »

This gently pressed, cool fermented (14°C) juice was aged in stainless steel tanks to produce a very crisp, citrus and minerally riesling.
This vintage finishes crisp, tart and steely. At the time of writing, the 2007 vintage is available. It will be interesting to see how a warmer growing season will affect the end result.
Tip: tulip glass
At a Glance
Taste green apple, citrus (lime), mineral
Smell mineral, lemon, floral
Food light fish dishes
Sweetness dry
Price $13.95
LCBO# 303792
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Forrest Estate Riesling 2007

May 16th, 2008 Sean Posted in New Zealand, Riesling No Comments »

I got my hands on this after a press only tasting weeks ahead of it’s scheduled release. I was warned that it was an impressive bottle.
While this bottle just barely makes the under $20 cutoff for nosnob.com it is VERY worth it. This was one of the most impressive bottles of white wine I have had in a long time. This wine reminded me of a more mature and dry version of Conundrum (a white blend from California as the name suggests you can’t guess whats in it). The pineapple and tropical fruits explode on the tongue followed by a honey and floral finish that is clean and amazingly crisp. Let’s just say this bottle didn’t last very long. Now I have to break the bank and pick up a few of these guys. Hey, I was warned. Now you have been too.
Tip: Coming soon to a store near you.
At a Glance
Taste pineapple, honey, white flowers
Smell flowers, honey, ginger
Food tapas
Sweetness off dry
Price $18.95
LCBO# 60103
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Forrest Estate Riesling
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Stonechurch Riesling VQA 2006

May 2nd, 2008 Sean Posted in Canada, Riesling No Comments »

Having been at one time a major Ontario wine collector I hate to admit that Ontario Rieslings have been struggling the last few years. During the Toronto Wine & Cheese Show we got to sample this pleasant and refreshing Riesling which was a bit of a surprise.
The first thing I asked the wine maker representative before tasting the wine was “What with the bottle?”. She didn’t look put off for one moment, she even seemed to anticipate the question. The bottle has a squared off shoulder instead of the usual sleek shape. My immediately fear was someone was pushing crappy wine in a fancy bottle hoping your eyes are doing the buying and not your other senses. That IS NOT the case at all! Thank you for reminding me that Ontario DOES make good Riesling!
Tip: Don’t let the sugar code fool you, it is well balanced.
At a Glance
Taste orange blossom, citrus, melon
Smell green apple, honey, peach
Food couscous salad
Sweetness off dry
Price $12.85
LCBO# 65714
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Stonechurch Vineyards
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Inniskillin Late Harvest Riesling 2006

February 23rd, 2008 Chuck Posted in Canada, Riesling 1 Comment »

Is this late harvest Riesling Fashionably Late? Lets see, late harvest usually means it’s going to be a bit sweeter so it gets a check mark there. It has a classic honey finish that we like (check mark there) and it has a nice bright straw colour with hints of floral and fruity notes on the finish. So yes, wine too, can be Fashionably Late.
Tip: chill a bottle of this for white drinkers who prefer a sweeter wine
At a Glance
Taste apple, pear, honey
Smell apple, ripe juicy citrus
Food midly spiced courses, fruit flan
Sweetness sweet
Price $12.25
LCBO# 219543
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Deinhard Riesling Dry

January 22nd, 2008 Archive Posted in Germany, Riesling No Comments »

From the winemaker www.deinhard.com
Taste: Floral, green apple and citrus fruit, spicy, finely acidic fruit, attractive freshness, harmoniously dry.
Serving Suggestion: The ideal accompaniment to light, elegant, modern cuisine, in particular fried or grilled fish and Japanese.
$ 12.05
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20 Bees Riesling 2006

January 13th, 2008 Archive Posted in Canada, Riesling No Comments »

From the winemaker www.20bees.com
This lovely Riesling is light and refreshing with soft sweetness and balanced acidity. The aromatics are intense with peach, lemon drops, rose petals shooting from the glass.
The palate is clean with lively citrus and floral characters and a long off dry finish.
$ 13.05
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Inniskillin Riesling (Varietal Series) 2006

January 11th, 2008 Archive Posted in Canada, Riesling No Comments »

From the winemaker inniskillin.com
Our 2006 Riesling displays gold-accented straw colour and an aromatic bouquet with notes of citrus fruit and apricots. On the palate, green apples and pear flavours are supported with crisp acidity and a long, refreshing finish.
Signature Recipe: Marinated Pork Medallions with Grainy Mustard and Rosemary Scented Sauce.
$12.05
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