Mercer Estates
Mercer Estates Riesling
White wine
4.5
Expert Rating
3.4
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
This Mercer Estates wine is a fresh, unoaked, dry white produced from the highly aromatic and high acidity Riesling grapes, sourced from Washington State's Yakima Valley. The grapes are harvested in the cool early morning to ensure the grapes retain maximum freshness. On arrival at the winery, the grapes are pressed and fermented in stainless steel vats at cool temperatures to retain fruit purity with aim of creating a varietally expressive wine. Following the alcoholic fermentation, the wine is matured in inert vessel for a short period.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The wine has a pale straw, almost water white appearance with green reflections.Aromas of ripe citrus, floral, and stone fruit are immediately present on the nose of this Mercer Estates Riesling. On the palate, a pleasant acidity is balanced by rich, honeyed fruit flavors and a hint of minerality. The finish is crisp and refreshing with underlying notes of petrol and lime blossom.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Riesling
ORIGINS
Winery: Mercer Estates
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
3.4
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