About This Product :
The Grape:
100% Riesling
The Appellation:
Finger Lakes, New York
The Vineyard:
Riesling was first brought to the Finger Lakes by our founder. Those original vines
dating back to 1958 are still in production. Riesling blocks on our Keuka vineyard were
planted in 1958, 1962, 1968, 1976, 1999, 2006, and 2012 with various clones (88, 90,
11, 318, 239, 49, 110, 38). Soils here are shallow, shale-based which add minerality,
acidity, and elegance. Riesling was planted in 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2012 on our
Seneca estate vineyard with 90 and 356 clones. Temperatures here are a few degrees
warmer than Keuka thus providing riper fruit notes. Soils on Seneca are characterized
by deep honeoye silt loam.
The Winemaking:
The growing season of 2023 presented many opportunities and challenges. The winter
was mild, with low cold stress on the vines. This led to an uncharacteristically warm
spring, causing the vines to begin budburst early. In mid-May, the entire region
experienced a freeze event that only happens once in a century. The freeze caused a loss
of 10%-50% of buds, depending on location and grape variety. The reduction in buds
per vine led to a concentration of the resulting grapes, which were of high quality. The
ripening and harvest period from August to October followed the typical pattern for the
Finger Lakes region, with warm days, cool nights, and occasional rainfall.
The Wine:
The Dr. Konstantin Frank 2023 Semi-Dry Riesling presents itself with an elegant
bouquet that is both inviting and refined. On the nose, delicate aromas of acacia flowers
intermingle with hints of green apple and lime, creating a fresh and vibrant profile. The
palate reveals a subtle yet distinct mineral character, enhancing the wine’s complexity.
Slightly sweet notes provide a balanced contrast to the lively acidity, leading to a smooth
finish that lingers pleasantly. This Riesling’s harmonious blend of flavors and textures
makes it a delightful choice for any occasion.
RS: 22 g/L – Semi-Dry
ABV: 11%
Acidity: 7.6 g/L TA
pH: 3.2
Food Paring:
The Dr. Konstantin Frank 2023 Semi-Dry Riesling pairs beautifully with a variety of
dishes. The wine’s acidity and subtle sweetness complements scallops, shrimp, or crab.
Pair with soft, creamy cheeses like Brie or Camembert, or tangy goat cheese. Fresh
salads with a citrus vinaigrette and green fruits. The slight sweetness complements spicy
Middle Eastern, Moroccan, Thai, and Asian cuisines.
The Winery:
Riesling was first brought to the Finger Lakes by our founder, Dr Konstantin Frank. Those original vines dating back to 1958 are still in production. Riesling blocks on our Keuka vineyard were planted in 1958, 1962, 1968, 1976, 1999, 2006, and 2012 with various clones (88, 90, 11, 318, 239, 49, 110, 38). Soils here are shallow, shale-based which add minerality, acidity,
and elegance. Riesling was planted in 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2012 on our Seneca estate vineyard with 90 and 356 clones. Temperatures here are a few degrees warmer than Keuka thus providing riper fruit notes. Soils on Seneca are characterized by deep honeoye silt loam. A small portion of the grapes come from Eric Volz Vineyard, just north across the road from Dr. Konstantin Frank’s plantings on Keuka Lake.
