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The bulk of Finger Lake wines come from Keuka, Cayuga and Seneca Lake wineries, with a small percentage from Canadaigua and other minor lakes.
The cool climate is most often compared to that of Germany, and the major European grapes of the area are the classic Eastern European varieties of Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Lemberger, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir.
Dr. Konstantin Frank and Hermann J. Wiemer are the prominent wineries for those classic wines. In addition, indigenous grapes like Niagara and Concord, and French-American hybrids are planted because of their heartiness towards the harsh winters, and produce fruit-forward, light- to medium-bodied reds, whites and roses to suit a variety of palates.
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RP9090 pts. - Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate - 8th Oct 2020 The 2019 Semi-Dry Riesling comes in with 11.5% alcohol, 22 grams per liter of residual sugar and seven grams of total acidity. Not quite as aggressive as the Dry Riesling, this nonetheless shows off its nice acidity early and often. Focused, precise and pure, it has fine balance. At this price level, this (like its sibling) is a no-brainer purchase. The Dry Riesling has a lot more energy, while this is predictably lusher. Reasonable minds and personal preferences might differ as to which is better. I’d give the nod to the Dry Riesling just now, but it might depend on my mood and how I would use it.
RP8989 pts. - Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate - 3rd Jun 2021 The 2020 Chardonnay Unoaked is very dry and comes in at 13.5% alcohol. The winery described this as a ripe vintage, and this sure has some stuffing. Relatively full-bodied and chock-full of fruit — not always the norms for the Finger Lakes — this is delicious on the finish, with just enough acidity to support the fruit. I might yearn for a bit more power, but the rest here is pretty super. It will be interesting to see how this ages. It is well priced for the quality too. Sourced from 20-year-old vines, there were 400 cases produced.
RP9090 pts. - Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate - 8th Oct 2020 The 2019 Dry Riesling comes in with 8.5 grams per liter of residual sugar, 8.1 of total acidity and 11.5% alcohol. My tongue is still tingling — the sugar here merely prevents the acidity from running away with this wine, but there is plenty of power on the gripping and tense finish. After the enticing and classic aromatics, this finishes with a bang. There is a hint of petrol as it warms and airs out, but not much. Beautifully done and very elegant, it’s another fine value from the winery this issue.
RP8787 pts. - Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate - 28th May 2021 The 2020 Dry Rosé is all Cabernet Franc, coming in with six grams of residual sugar, 7.5 of total acidity and 12.2% alcohol. Light and bright, but showing fine intensity on the finish, this adds herbs and a touch of charred veggies, the Cab Franc character coming right through on opening. Eventually, that nuance faded and folded into the whole, leaving this pulpy and fruity with fresh flavors. The acidity makes this refreshing and dry, but it’s not shrill, thanks to the residual sugar. It’s not the most concentrated pink in this report, but it still seems surprisingly unctuous in texture in the mouth. This can do well on its own or with food, but I’d probably prefer to use it on its own. Drink it very young for best results.
WE9090 pts. - Wine Enthusiast - 8/1/2020 The nose of this wine is stony and earthy in crushed limestone, with accents of citrus peels and bright spring blossoms rounding it out. The palate shows more ripeness in the way of juicy peach and apple tones, making this a pleasantly plump, semidry Riesling. It is poised in feel and propped up by well-integrated acidity. A kiss of citrus lingers on the close.
WE9292 pts. - Wine Enthusiast - 8/1/2020 Under the leadership of the Hermann J. Wiemer team, this entry-level, off-dry Riesling is an outstanding success. A boisterous, perfumed nose yields aromas of citrus blossoms, pomelo, lemon oil, tangerine and fresh yellow apple. The juicy palate gives way to ripples of juicy pear, apple and pineapple flavors, lifted by a persistent vein of orange-laden acidity. It’s impeccably balanced and incredibly concentrated and fresh, with a gentle stoniness riding underneath it all. While enjoyable now, it has the structure and fruit to hold well through 2030.
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