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Firestone - Santa Ynez Valley - Estate Riesling 2017
Estate
Founded in 1972, Firestone was the first major estate winery to sink roots in the Santa Ynez Valley. The winery’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean, a mere 26 miles to the west, ensures a relatively mild and arid climate throughout the year. The moderate weather and complex, rocky soils make this a perfect setting for our 340 acres of Bordeaux, Rhone and Burgundian varieties.
Food pairing
Pair with spicy foods for a delightful flavor contrast.
Tasting Notes
This Riesling has a delightfully bright combination of crisp Golden Delicious apples, lemon zest, and nectarine. The full round finish displays fragrant notes of Mandarin orange and jasmine tea with honey on the finish.
Vinification
We had an early bud break, which began in the third week of February, and a warm spring that led to slightly earlier bloom. Summer temperatures were mild and warm resulting in a good fruit set and average yields. We harvested all the fruit on August 23, 2016 the earliest harvest to date, in cool temperatures to ensure cold fruit at pressing.
