Juicy pears and white flowers dominate an effusive nose, accented by subtle almond note.

Off-dry but balanced, the palate shows not only pear fruit, but a distinct fig quality up front that leads into a long, floral finish that shows a light slate note. A bit more acidity would bring focus and elevate the wine a bit, but the residual sugar is still balanced enough to avoid being cloying. 2,200 cases produced.

Producer: Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard
AVA: Finger Lakes
ABV: 11%
Price: $17*

 

(3 out of 5, Very good/Recommended)