by Ray Johnson | Jan 21, 2011 | Finger Lakes, New York, Vignoles
Keuka Lake Vineyards, Finger Lakes, Gently Dry, Vignoles 2008 If you like bracing wine, this is a great choice. There is a bevy of green apple and lime, intense acidity and a roundness achieved with a bit of residual sugar – very refreshing. The grapes were...
by Ray Johnson | Jan 11, 2010 | Finger Lakes, Gewurztraminer, New York
Keuka Spring, Finger Lakes, Gewurztraminer 2008 The nose features spicy floral notes, like roses and very pretty at that. In the mouth it is round, with a little RS, lots of lychee fruit, and a brightness that eludes many of the same grape – brilliant. This wine...
by Ray Johnson | Mar 30, 2009 | Finger Lakes, New York, Rkatsiteli
Dr. Konstantin Frank, Finger Lakes, Rkatsiteli 2006 We opened this wine last night and were delighted by its similarity to Riesling. The acidity is quite intense and the wine has the stuffing to fill out the experience in the mouth. There is 7.5 g/l RS which really...
by Ray Johnson | Nov 26, 2008 | Cayuga Lake, Finger Lakes, New York
Cayuga Ridge Estate, Cayuga Lake, Cayuga Cuvee This wine is very aromatic, sporting candied fruit and floral notes. The flavor is quite reminiscent of Riesling with zippy lime and plenty of acidity – very refreshing. There is no indication of vintage on the...
by Ray Johnson | Aug 29, 2008 | Cayuga White, Finger Lakes, New York
Belhurst, Finger Lakes, Cayuga 2006 There’s lots of citrus and stone fruits to smell and the palate dazzles with the sweet and tart character of Middle Mosel Rieslings – delicious. The RS is 2.7%. P&B in Geneva 12.5% $14.95 at the winery Belhurst
