Forge Cellars - Railroad Dry Riesling 2021 (750ml) Côtes-du-Rhône

Forge Cellars - Railroad Dry Riesling 2021 (750ml) Côtes-du-RhôneFollow the early 1900s railroad bed from the Lehigh Valley Railroad and youll find yourself meandering through the Railroad vineyard. The vines, planted in the early 1990s, give a perfect example of freshness that is not solely based on acidity. When they discuss the spirit of Railroad Riesling, its the pronounced mint and herbal qualities that give it such zest and vibrancy. Loam and shale dominate the landscape, and the resulting wines give a unique

uses French oak judiciously and minimizes fining and filtering prior to bottling

inclined slopes overlooking the Sil River

this vintage reveals layers of complexity on the palate

baked blackberry and cardamom aromas make for a soothing nose on this bottling

heritage rose

gentle vertical press

benefits from being sourced from vineyards scattered around the foothills of Mont Ventoux

- Jonathan Cristaldi

"- James Suckling (November 2018)

A juicy mouthfeel with a fruit forward sensation rounds out the wine nicely

yet beautifully concentrated

Shows focus and seriousness for the appellation