World renowned. Washington grown.
2006 Two Vines Riesling
Best Buys: Whites, Outstanding! - Wine Press Northwest
Tasting Notes
“ Enticing aromas of baked pear and fresh peaches are complemented by a touch of sandalwood. A bright, sweet-tart finish follows loads of generous fruit salad flavors.” -Ray Einberger, Winemaker
Growing Season
- The 2006 growing season was marked by weather extremes, with near record rainfall in the Columbia Valley during the early spring and record high temperatures in early and mid-summer.
- Although a challenging season weather-wise, exceptional sites including the warmer parts of the Horse Heaven Hills and Wahluke Slope saw early ripening and bold flavors from the high temperatures.
- In the cooler growing areas, later ripening prompted good acidity and flavor in white varietals, as well as good color, pronounced fruit flavors and less aggressive tannins in reds.
Vineyards
- Columbia Valley vineyards are seated east of the Cascade Mountain range. Up to 14,000 feet high, the mountains effectively block eastward-moving wet weather systems from the Pacific Ocean.
- Just 6 to 8 inches of rainfall reach the growing region annually. Vineyards are 100% drip irrigation.
- The soils have low fertility and low water-holding capacity, allowing precise control of vine growth patterns.
- Vines are planted north to south on south and southeast facing slopes.
Vinification
- At pressing, the juice cold-settled for two days.
- The juice was inoculated with a number of different yeasts to initiate the 20-30 day fermentations.
- Cool temperatures throughout the winemaking process enhanced the naturally clean, floral character and crisp acidity.
Technical Data
- Total acidity: 0.71 g/100ml
- pH: 2.98
- Alcohol: 11.50%
- Sugar: 3.51 g/100ml