| Rating | 87 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Riesling |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Appellation |
Willamette Valley Oregon USA |
| ABV | 14% |
| Price | $38.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2020-11-17 |
Perfect For
Asian Food, Holiday Meals, Taco Tuesday
Drink If You Like
Albariño, Chardonnay , Riesling
Brooks 'Ara' Riesling 2018 Review
This is a big ol’ Riesling. It is rich and high in alcohol, adding to the sweetness. The acidity is bright and doing work to calm the wine down a bit. It has a soft mouthfeel, but that alcohol sits with you for a while.
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