Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Dr. Konstantin Frank Semi Dry Riesling 2010.

Still blistering hot and still uncorking some nice Finger Lakes wines to help deal with the heat and still dining on summer salads, but added some corn on the cob to change it up a notch, I guess.
I am just interested in the cold wine.  I lowered my white wine zone in the fridge from 49F to 43F to chill down the wine to deal with the heat.  It doesn't take long once out of the fridge to start warming up.
Tonight it is a Dr. Konstantin Frank Semi Dry Riesling 2010($15).  I can't say this is a wine I found at the recent Wine Fest, it is one I went looking for.
Dr. Konstantin Frank ignited the “Vinifera Revolution” a movement that forever changed the course of wine growing in the Finger Lakes and the United States. Dr. Frank’s vision, knowledge and determination are credited with elevating the New York wine industry from a state of happy mediocrity to a level that today commands world attention.
In 1962, merely a decade after arriving in America, Dr. Frank founded Vinifera Wine Cellars. The winery quickly earned a reputation for spectacular Rieslings and its original planting of vines formed the backbone of New York’s world-class wines and champagnes.Dr. Frank’s Wine Cellars is proud of its international winemaking team with each member bringing in their particular expertise. The talented group includes winemakers from California, Australia, France and Germany. The focus on world class wines continues with each generation of the family, each member living up to the Frank Family tradition of excellence.
Tonight's Dr. Frank selection is an excellent example of the family tradition.
Very pleasant aromas of clementines, peach with a bit of pear, apple blossom and slate.
Nice and thick mouthfeel filled with pear, some nectarine and apricot. Long finish with peach, citrus and green apple.
I like my Riesling with fish or mild oriental foods.  This would be fantastic with a char-broiled salmon.  I also think I'll try with Shriley's BBQ chicken on the grill or even sipping with a few bites of light cheese.
I tell anybody that ask about trying Riesling, you can not go wrong with any Riesling from the Finger Lakes and although I may have other favorites, I will always recommend Dr. Konstantin Frank. Fantastic wine, nice price($15)

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