Riesling from Finger Lakes, New York

Winemaker Notes

Finely woven through all of the 2021 Forge Cellars wines is a saline quality, an unmistakable nod to the sea. Tucked behind this stentorian shadow of salinity are the flowers of the vintage, delicate yet perceptible in the glass. Perhaps this was most noticeable in the difference between the two clones of Riesling harvested at Breakneck, each vinified and aged separately, and each showing remarkably distinctive personalities. On the one hand, they had a clone that showed classic Breakneck features–salt, gravel, vibrancy–and on the other, they had a suave new persona filled with wild roses and lilies.

Wine & Spirits – 91 Points

This leads with a dry, spicy apple scent and hints of brown herbs. The flavors are dry and austere, but with impressive persistence that’s mouthwatering and intense. There’s not much depth here but plenty of movement.

Food Pairing 

Pairs well with pork, shellfish, vegetarian, spicy food, and cured meats.