BLUE BOOK TASTE PROFILE

Appellation: Mendocino
Varietal: Riesling


TASTE BENCHMARKS
  Profile #1
Savory Style
Appearance Pale straw.
Aroma Understated lilac and cardamom aromas of great depth and interest.
Flavor Nearly dry with pear and savory tropical flavors: lime and coconut, a long perfumey finish and extremely nice balance. Perfect for asian food.
Balance Soft acidity.
PRODUCTION CORRELATIONS
Oenological Dry or nearly dry.
Viticultural Old vines. Substantial hangtime to achieve 18-19 brix in early October.
Terroir Cool oceanic influence.