Vintages Flashcards
1
Q
2017
A
Great vintage Early start to season Warm summer Dry August Rain brought challenges Lower yields but top producers produced great wines
2
Q
2016
A
Good vintage Hot, dry summer Good weather at harvest compensated for a damp spring Aromatic, supple, food friendly wines Best are supple and vibrant
3
Q
2015
A
Great vintage
Near perfect spring and summer
Cool autumn
Ripe grapes that retained high acidity
4
Q
2014
A
Good vintage Cool growing season Warm September Short season Average size crop Tact and herbal-inflected whites
5
Q
2013
A
Average vintage
Erratic weather requires careful selection in the vineyard
6
Q
2012
A
Challenging vintage but winemakers were able to overcome this to make fruity rieslings with ripe acidity
7
Q
2011
A
Ideal growing conditions
Produced fruit forward, open-knit and balanced wines with opulent flavors and textures.
8
Q
2010
A
Drinking well now. Cool growing season led to wines full of acidity and dense flavors. Low yields.
9
Q
2009
A
Great vintage
Warm, dry weather at harvest
Balanced with fruit, minerality and creaminess
10
Q
2008
A
Crisp vibrant rieslings Juicy acidity Orchard fruit Citrus and savory flavors Light weights
