March 7, 2025 |
Jennifer Johnson
International Riesling Day - We're Celebrating.
Our Germanic microclimate and "terroir" is perfect for Rieslings.
And Johnson Estate now has four Rieslings in its portfolio.
Have you tried them all?
WHEN DID WE FIRST PLANT RIESLING VINES AT JOHNSON ESTATE?
Riesling vines were first planted at Johnson Estate beginning in 2008. Winemaker Jeff Murphy and Owner Fred Johnson selected the particular Riesling vines, after having done their homework on which vines might be the most productive and happy here in Western New York on the ancient shores of Lake Erie (or Lake Whittelsy). The Rieslings were planted on 3309 root stock, which enabled the vines to grow through the shale soil and to develop deep roots on the edge of the ridge, giving the vines a little bit of protection from the colder temperatures that can impact the vines located below that slope during very cold winters.
And Johnson Estate now has four Rieslings in its portfolio.
Have you tried them all?
WHEN DID WE FIRST PLANT RIESLING VINES AT JOHNSON ESTATE?
Riesling vines were first planted at Johnson Estate beginning in 2008. Winemaker Jeff Murphy and Owner Fred Johnson selected the particular Riesling vines, after having done their homework on which vines might be the most productive and happy here in Western New York on the ancient shores of Lake Erie (or Lake Whittelsy). The Rieslings were planted on 3309 root stock, which enabled the vines to grow through the shale soil and to develop deep roots on the edge of the ridge, giving the vines a little bit of protection from the colder temperatures that can impact the vines located below that slope during very cold winters.
FOUR ESTATE RIESLINGS - FROM DRY TO SWEET
And Awards & Recognition
Here are our four Rieslings,
listed from dry to sweet - something for every palate!
2023 Black Locust Dry Riesling
Residual Sugar - 0%
Aged in black locust barrels - crisp & dry
Lightly toasted marshmallow finish
2023 Dry Riesling
Residual Sugar - 0.6%
Nice mineral finish & slightly aromatic
Silver, 2024 New York Wine Classics
Silver, 89 Points, Tastings.com (Bev. Testing Inst.)
2022 Semi-Dry Riesling
Residual Sugar - 2.6%
Rich tropical & mellow peach notes. Drink with or without food
2020 Vintage, GOLD, 2022 Finger Lakes Int'l Wine Comp.
2022 Sweet Riesling
Residual Sugar - 4.6%
Sweet & floral notes; pairs well with Asian and spicy foods
90 Points & Best Buy, 2024 Wine Enthusiast
listed from dry to sweet - something for every palate!
2023 Black Locust Dry Riesling
Residual Sugar - 0%
Aged in black locust barrels - crisp & dry
Lightly toasted marshmallow finish
2023 Dry Riesling
Residual Sugar - 0.6%
Nice mineral finish & slightly aromatic
Silver, 2024 New York Wine Classics
Silver, 89 Points, Tastings.com (Bev. Testing Inst.)
2022 Semi-Dry Riesling
Residual Sugar - 2.6%
Rich tropical & mellow peach notes. Drink with or without food
2020 Vintage, GOLD, 2022 Finger Lakes Int'l Wine Comp.
2022 Sweet Riesling
Residual Sugar - 4.6%
Sweet & floral notes; pairs well with Asian and spicy foods
90 Points & Best Buy, 2024 Wine Enthusiast