Tweeting Finger Lakes Riesling

Because of my work schedule I very seldom, if ever, have the opportunity to take part in tweet ups.  I work nights and weekends.  Tonight, because I took this week off, I was able to join in on the Finger Lakes Riesling Hour on Twitter.  Only problem was choosing a Finger Lake Riesling, along with breaking away from my Doctors orders to stay away from alcholol while on a few anti-biotics.  I did have to weigh the issue, but did feel that a good night of Finger Lakes Riesling trumps anything my doctor orders. Besides, I am only one day away from freedom and planned for a big week-end of wine anyway.  The other problem was choosing a wine to open.  I chose a wine from Eagle Crest Vineyards on Conesus Lake. I did this because it is a little known winery and assumed that out of the hundreds of thousand participants, this one is not going to show up.  OK, there were a little less participating than that, but still I did present the only Riesling from Eagle Crest.
A little different from what I am use to in Finger Lakes Riesling.  Lots of citrus and mineral with lots of  green apple. Some bite on the finish with citrus and a hint of melon.  Did well with some buttery brie cheese and will go very well with some spicy oriental foods, but not one I would drink on its own, which is how I like my Rieslings.

I did follow that with a 2009 semi-dry Riesling from Damiani Wine Cellars.  This is why the Finger Lakes has a world wide reputation for producing great Riesling. Some apple blossom and honeysuckle with green apple, pear and melon aromas.  All these aromas come alive in the mouth and the finish is long and smooth with just a hint of sweetness. A perfect wine for summer salads, white fish or scallops and for just sipping on it's own.
Don't know if I can handle another night like this.  Will need to start early and have lots of Finger Lake Riesling on hand.  I'm Ready!!!