Riesling / Germany
Bernhard Eifel Max E Riesling 2007
-- $14.99
-- A delicious dry Riesling that gives ample peach and apricot flavors balanced by crisp, minerality. The fruit for the Max E Riesling comes form the Eifel's estate fineyard in the Mosel, Trittenheimer Altarchen - one of the most highly regarded regions . . .
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Bernhard Eifel Riesling Spatlese 2006
-- $22.99
-- The word "spätlese" translates to "late harvest" and denotes a riper category of riesling from Germany. This is a delicious example of Riesling Spätlese from the Mosel region of Germany. Rich flavors of apricot, peach, and honey . . .
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Carl Loewen Leiwener Klostergarten Riesling Kabinett 2006
-- $14.99
-- "Light, fruit-driven wines remain the strength of the Mosel. Nowhere else around the globe are there wines with an alcohol content of 10% that possess fully mature aromas, such playful elegance and a long finish. Put simply, wines which are great fun . . .
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Clean Slate Riesling 2007
-- $11.99
-- "The exceptional balance achieved with the 2007 vintage of Clean Slate can be attributed to a record-breaking ripening period. Mild weather in March along with warm temperatures in April and May enabled early bud break and the earliest flowering in the . . .
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Fritz Haag Brauneberger Riesling Spatlese 2006
-- $46.99
-- Wine Spectator "Smoky, slate-filled aromas, followed by lime, peach and a hint of orange flavors. It's elegant, light-bodied and harmonious, with a lively structure and languid finish. Drink now through 2028. "
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Leitz Kabinett Riesling 2007
-- $19.99
-- Mint and slate as always, but this is really riotously mineral, utterly smashed-rocks and spearmint; tangy to within an inch of its life; I love its cat-claw ferocity and paper-cut clarity.
Cheese Pairings: Black Ledge Blue, Blue d'Auvergne, Blue de . . .
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Schmitt Sohne Relax Riesling 2007
-- $10.99
-- "This fine Riesling originates from the Mosel valley with its steep vineyards. It offers and extraordinary premium wine quality. Forward fruit and floral aromas of apples and peaches with just a hint of citrus. The natural acidity gives the wine perfect . . .
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St. Urbans-Hof Riesling 2008
-- $15.99
-- Needs a little air to reveal its floral, apricot and slate aromas and flavors. Beautifully integrated, with a lingering, stony, savory finish. Drink now through 2018.
Cheese Pairings: Brie, Triple Creme, Gruyere
Food Pairings: shellfish, turkey, green . . .
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