Dr Konstantin Frank, Margrit Dry Riesling, Finger Lakes, New York State, 2020

Ripe, forward notes of peach and apricots touched with honey, citrus peel and white blossoms spring from the glass in this classically styled Riesling which shows just a bit of sweetness - 7g/L but balanced by 7.9g/L of acidity. Vibrant, electric and charming, this shows the warm eastern side of Seneca that some call the 'banana belt' because of the ripeness of the fruit. There is still plenty of structure to carry this to a lingering finish.

A dry Riesling with body from America's founding Riesling brand, their Seneca Estate block 3. The elevation of the site, along with the proximity to the large lake, creates a brilliant terroir that this wine expresses. Mineral-driven aromas of wet slate, petrichor and talc are underlined with hints of lemon zest and peach skin. The palate is lively and lush. Fleshy stone fruit flavours, fresh mint and beeswax, integrate with a lovely savoury herbal note. The finish is fresh, long-lived and distinguished.