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Traditions

2008 Columbia Valley Riesling

Milbrandt Vineyards Traditions Riesling from the 2008 vintage offers a delightful experience that captures the essence of Columbia Valley. This white wine exhibits a medium body, providing a satisfying mouthfeel without overwhelming your palate. The acidity is bright and refreshing, contributing to the wine's liveliness and making it food-friendly for a variety of dishes. You will find a prominent fruit intensity, dominated by expressive notes of juicy stone fruit, particularly peach and apricot, complemented by hints of citrus. The dryness is subtly balanced, making it approachable and appealing, while its mild tannins offer just enough structure to enhance the overall drinking experience. This Riesling is a fantastic choice for both casual sipping and more festive occasions.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Peach

Peach

Honey

Honey

Region:


Columbia Valley

Sheltered by the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains, Columbia Valley is home to the majority of Washington's vineyards. Cool nights keep zippy acidity in the grapes, while long daylight hours give the fruit plenty of chance to ripen. This results in full-bodied Merlot, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and deeply concentrated Syrah. White wines are just as tantalizing, with toasty oak-touched Chardonnay and ripe stone fruit-flavored Riesling taking the spotlight. Sub-AVAs to look out for are Yakima Valley and Walla Walla. The Columbia Valley is one of the only appellations in the United States to occupy vineyards in two states, as it crosses the Oregon border in the southern part of the valley.

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