About Me

Hi! I'm Christina, and I am a recent graduate from Virginia Tech! I'm in Northern VA now pursuing a degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I'd like to continue what I learned from the Geography of Wine class I took in Spring of 2012, so I'll be posting about different wines and wine events. I would be very grateful for suggestions, and I'm open to expanding my posts to beer and liquor as well!

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Tasting - Villa Maria Private Bin Riesling


Name: Villa Maria Private Bin Riesling

Variety: Riesling
Region: Marlborough
Country: New Zealand
Year: 2008
Price: $18
Shop Review: Reminiscent of the Mosel, forward aromas of key-lime cream, fruit cocktail, ginger and honeysuckle leap from the glass and are carried through the poised palate.  The deliciously fruity flavors are counterbalanced by zingy acidity, leading to a firm, mineral-laden finish which leaves the impression of perfect dryness.  This is a sophisticated, classically-styled New Zealand Riesling that’s neither cloying nor viscous – a great foil for flaky white fish in lemon-butter sauce or any light, fresh cuisine.
My Review:  This light colored Riesling had a funky pear aroma.  It had pear flavors and was slightly too acidy for my taste.

I had this wine alone without any food.
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