Riesling Dry 2020

Name: Ravines - Riesling Dry - 2020
Brand: Valade & Transandine
Price: 35.0 EUR
Availability: OutOfStock

RAVINES

105,00 €

A dry and racy Riesling from the Finger Lakes region

UNITED STATES

13.5%

5-10 years

100% Riesling

750ml
Set of 3 bottles (75cl)

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Morten Hallgren , a winemaker, and his wife Lisa, herself a chef, founded Ravines in 2001. Born in Denmark, Morten grew up on his family's wine estate in Côtes de Provence, France, and later took courses in oenology in Montpellier. One of his first jobs was at Chateau Cos d'Estournel in Bordeaux, and many years later, in 1998, he began working as head winemaker for Dr. Konstantin Frank Cellars in the Finger Lakes, where he discovered the enormous potential of the region's terroir and wines.

This Riesling is made in a decidedly dry style, from fruit sourced from vineyards bordering Keuka and Seneca Lakes . These vineyards are sustainably farmed and quasi-organic were it not for the occasional need during wet and difficult vintages. The grapes are hand-picked, with whole-cluster pressing which adds a bit of chewiness. Fermentation and aging take place in stainless steel tanks, using only indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged for 6 to 8 months on fine lees. This is a dry, crisp and taut Riesling with bright aromas and flavors of white flowers , lemon , lime , white peach , tangy pineapple and a hint of smoky stone . This wine feels round and ripe, not heavy and well rendered thanks to its natural acidity. The finish is sapid and mineral.

Where are we traveling?

New York State New York State may not be particularly known for its wines, but it is home to a significant number of wineries and wineries. It ranks third among U.S. wine-producing states in terms of volume produced, surpassed only by Washington and, of course, California. New York State is located in the northeastern United States, between the Atlantic coast and the border with Canada. Due to the area’s cool, frost-prone climate, most of the state’s wineries are located near the coast, next to rivers, or nestled around the state’s various lakes. Due to their significant thermal mass, large bodies of water like these reduce the risk of winter freezes and temper any temperature drops. Sub-region: The Finger Lakes The Finger Lakes region of upstate New York is one of the most beautiful wine regions in the eastern United States. This cool-climate area is particularly known for its high-quality Rieslings, producing wines in both dry and sweeter styles, and even deliciously sweet ice wine. The lakes (named for their finger-like shape) are essential to the region’s grape growing. Without their temperature-moderating influence, the climate would simply be too cold and continental to support quality viticulture. There are 11 Finger Lakes in all, carved out by the movement of glaciers during the Ice Age. Iroquois tribal legends describe them as the fingers of the Great Spirit. Vineyards planted near the lakes benefit from both moderate temperatures and increased air circulation, which reduces the risk of frost in the spring and fall. The lakes also release stored heat during the winter, making temperatures milder than in outlying regions.

The little history of the country

UNITED STATES

In the United States, 90% of the wine produced comes from California. It was the influx of gold prospectors to California that boosted the California wine industry in the mid-19th century, particularly in the Sonoma and Napa region. At the start of the 20th century, there were 800 wineries. From 1919 to 1933 Prohibition destroyed the vast majority of the California wine industry so that by 1933, only 140 wineries remained producing wine. It was only from 1960 that the wine industry began to recover from Prohibition and California was primarily known for the production of fortified wines (in the style of Port). It was also in the 1960s that some of the most famous estates were created (Mondavi, Heitz Wine Cellars, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, etc...). In 1976, a significant event took place: the legendary tasting competition better known as the "Judgment of Paris". He sees the greatest French wines opposing the new American wines. This May 24, an unexpected result shakes the world of wine, since to everyone's surprise, it is the United States which wins. However, this competition remains relatively unknown to the general public. Today, there is no doubt that the United States produces great wines. Even though California largely monopolizes the reputation of American wines with its excellent Zinfandels, the state of Oregon produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the world and the state of Washington offers excellent Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon.