2007 RIESLING

Firesteed Wines

As vintners, we embrace the return to a focus on the expression of fruit, spice and earth characteristics inherent in great dry Riesling. With our 2007 vintage, the growing season began as an early spring and brought very successful flowering and fruit-set. Summer temperatures were slightly cooler than usual followed by a few showers in September to settle the dust. By the beginning of October, nerves of steel and a positive attitude were required to chart a path to ripeness through uncertain weather forecasts. The reward for our patience came in the form of exceptional quality grapes and the introduction of our first Oregon Dry Riesling into the Firesteed family of wines.

Initially taken in by the white peach and subtle lime aromas, we are delighted to also find the flinty, mineral, almost masculine thread running through this grand white wine. Crisp, bright acidity perfectly balance the hint of rich honey. The combination of intense citrus fruits and sweet spices mingle beautifully, taking the sensory experience to an explosive level that keeps on giving with the delicious, lengthy finish. This Riesling was born to be paired with an array of delectable foods. From simple to elaborate starters, candied nuts and cheeses, to grilled and roasted poultry, fish, pork and flavorful pasta dishes, the imagination is the only limit to the possibilities.

WINE ANALYSIS
TA 8.86 g/l
pH 3.08
Alcohol 10.5% Residual Sugar 1.5%