2023 Hermann J. Wiemer "Dry" Riesling, Finger Lakes, New York, USAABOUT THE WINE This dry Riesling is a benchmark expression of the Seneca Lake AVA, crafted from estate vineyards rooted in glacial soils rich in shale and limestone. The 2023 vintage was shaped by a warm, balanced growing season that delivered pristine fruit with vibrant acidity. The wine is composed entirely of hand harvested Riesling, fermented in stainless steel using native and cultured yeasts to preserve purity and transparency. Aromatically, it

The grape name likely derived from the word “grigné

Tended in llicorella soil at 250 m (820 ft) elevation

renowned for producing Chardonnays that balance richness with minerality

The texture of the topsoil allows for good drainage while the subsoil has good water retention

a pioneer in elevating Italian fine wine

Frédéric emphasizes low intervention both in the vineyard and cellar: no synthetic inputs

Premier Cru

Winemaker François-Régis de Fougeroux uses handpicked grapes and only the first free run juice is used

Completely manual pigeages

The way we work requires lots of effort on the part of our team

where it rests for approximately 18 to 24 months

followed by aging in used barrels for added texture without overt oak influence