Nose
Our 2008 is pure pleasure. It is a golden elixir infused with floral notes, apricots, peaches and honey.
Palate
The flavors are amazingly intense and concentrated. The wine is sweet, creamy and surprisingly well-balanced thanks to the great natural acidity.
Growing Conditions
Our 2008 Special Select Late Harvest Riesling comes from a one-acre block planted at Saralee’s Vineyard in 1997 in the Russian River Valley. Cool temperatures and morning fog from the nearby Pacific Ocean promote the development of Botrytis cinerea (noble rot) in the vineyards. This natural process allows the liquid to evaporate and the grapes to shrivel, thereby concentrating sugars and intensifying flavor and aromatic impressions. To maintain the pure fruit character and intensity of the grapes, we fermented and aged the wine in stainless steel at very cool temperatures.
Harvest
October 21, 2008
Food Pairing
Luscious and decadent, this is the ultimate final course for any great meal.
