Eroica
Eroica Single Berry Select
White dessert wine
4.5
Expert Rating
3.8
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Eroica Riesling is the result of a unique collaboration between Dr. Loosen from Germany's Mosel region and Chateau Ste. Michelle from Washington's Columbia Valley. This wine blends Old World and New World techniques, named after Beethoven’s Third Symphony, symbolizing a harmonious fusion. Grapes from the Horse Heaven Vineyard, benefiting from early-morning humidity and moderate temperatures, develop Botrytis Cinerea, essential for this exceptional Riesling. Select grapes were left on the vine post-harvest, allowing Botrytis to set in, and were hand-picked for quality. A long, slow fermentation process further enhanced the wine's character and complexity, resulting in a truly extraordinary Riesling.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Chateau Ste.Michelle winemaker Bob Bertheau and Mosel winemaker Ernst Loosen have crafted Single Berry Select in the traditional German Trockenbeerenauslese (TBA) style, making it one of the few TBAs in North America. This ultra-rich and concentrated wine is elegantly balanced, featuring intense aromas of orange blossom, honey, and sweet spice. On the palate, ripe pineapple and honey flavors dominate, leading to a long, luscious finish. This exceptional wine showcases the perfect blend of expertise from two renowned winemakers and stands out for its unique depth and elegance.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2071
Profile
Sweetness:
Sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Low
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Riesling
ORIGINS
Winery: Eroica
Region: Washington State
Washington State is the second largest wine-producing state in the United States, after California. The state has over 1,000 wineries and 70 grape varieties, with a focus on premium wine production. The wine industry in Washington State has grown rapidly in recent years, with the number of wineries increasing from just 19 in 1981 to over 1,000 today. The state's diverse geography and climate allow for a wide range of wine styles to be produced, from crisp white wines to full-bodied reds.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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