Origin: Monterey County, California
Blend: White Riesling (100%)
Alcohol Content: 11.5%
Bottle Closure: Synthetic Cork
Purchase Date: September 2009
Purchase Price: $8.99
Our review: Light gold in color with aromas of tree fruit (peaches) tropical fruit (kiwi) with notes of apple blossom and a touch of spice. Initially a bit crisp on the palate with nicely balanced fruit flavors, a slight sweetness slowly develops into the finish, which itself is very fruity and pleasing.
Our rating: A long time ago, this was one of our favorite wines, but it went through several years of poor quality and we stopped buying it. We picked up a bottle to try again and are pleased to report that it seems to have regained some of its former glory. This is a fine riesling, not overly sweet, and with a lot of interesting elements. We rate it near the top of the Above Average range.
Note: The product specification sheet states the alcohol content is 12.9%, yet the bottle label states it is 11.5%.
Taste profile from the winemaker: "A pale brassy yellow color with enticing fruit aromas of pear, lychee, ruby grapefruit, honeydew melon and apricot. The 1.98% residual sugar is balanced by the crisp grape acidity and natural spritz from a long cool fermentation, making it an enticingly fruity, refreshing wine capable of complementing the vibrant flavors of Thai curried chicken, Indian Mughlai Biryani chicken, or as an aperitif."
Winery website: J. Lohr Vineyards and Wines.
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