Washington State—not to be confused with the U.S. capital—ranks second nationally in wine production, has over 650 wineries, and is home to the Wine Spectator’s 2009 Wine of the Year. Having visited wine regions around the world, I believe Washington-read more-
Big nose of chives, candied peach, and persimmon. There is a vein of acidity that breaks up the richness nicely. Still way too young to fully show itself; I'll hold my last bottle a long time. WHO: Joh. Jos. Prüm-read more-
Clear, pale lemon yellow with a little pétillance, or effervescence. Clean nose with light to medium intensity. Youthful aromas including green apple, lemon, lime, pineapple, slate, and anise star. Off-dry with medium acidity, body and light alcohol. Intense fruit flavors-read more-
Very clear, with barely a yellow tint. The flavor is almost entirely lemon- lemon juice, lemon peel, and lemon custard. The flavors do not change from attack to finish. The wine is too one-dimensional to earn a recommendation from this-read more-
Most Riesling connoisseurs have long considered Germany, specifically the Mosel Valley, as the varietal’s rightful throne. This is probably still true. The Mosel Valley’s unique, steep slopes of sun-absorbing slate have allowed the cool climate of Central-Western Germany to create ideal-read more-
Zugibe Vineyards generously contributed a case of their 2007 Riesling to Wine for Haiti. Retail value is $195.00. Lot 31 - Zugibe Vineyards Riesling Opening bid is $100.00. Minimum bid increment $10.00. [How it works- Each auction lot will get its-read more-
If you're still not sure New York is making great wines, try this generous contribution from Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards. It's a case of the most recent vintage of their signature wine, Homestead Reserve Riesling. Retail value is $216.00. Lot 67-read more-
Knapp Winery & Vineyard contributed a mixed case, six bottles of Riesling and six of Chardonnay, retail value $180.00. Opening bid is $10.00. Minimum bid increment $10.00. [How it works- Each auction lot will get its own post. As soon as-read more-