Purple Palate

Many Rieslings are very delicate and light in their youth, whereas this has a little more palate weight to it, along with an intense mineral presence. It's still going to age a treat but it will stand up to slightly heavier seafood meals. Of course I suspect winemaker Wayne Ahrens would still plate up some whiting beside it. With lemons, limes and zest, slate, thyme and the finest of bath salts, the wine is focused and driven with good length. It's integrated enough for enjoying now but should have a bright future. A touch of sea spray on the finish completes a beautiful picture perfectly. -JP