Summer of Washington Riesling : Orca International

As we roll into the summer, nicely chilled refreshing white wines are sure to follow.
One of the best choices to quench your thirst on a mid-summer day is a glass of Riesling! Riesling’s intense fruit explodes on the palate in a wave of pure delight. Like a perfectly ripe piece of fruit, it will walk that fine line between tart and sweet, hitting you with juicy fruit, followed by a clean, brisk finish. Yes, it is time for the “Summer of Washington Riesling ”.

Riesling is generally aromatic, with flavors of nectarine, apricot, and pear, finishing with a brisk citrusy acidity. With Riesling’s range of sweetness levels and regional styles, it's possible to find a Riesling for just about any dish. Some are made off-dry and go perfectly with hot and spicy Asian cuisine.

Riesling is one of the most widely planted grape varieties in the world. Germany, of course, is known as the homeland of Riesling, and is still by far the largest producer followed by Alsace and Austria.

However, among the fine Riesling growing regions in the new world, Washington State has been recognized as being home to ideal terroirs for Riesling. The wide diurnal temperature shifts, along with longer sunlight hours in the northern latitudes of the region let them grow exceptional Riesling grapes with beautiful natural acidity and rich fruit flavor.

	Snoqualmie Riesling 2012 This Winemaker's Select Riesling is crisp, refreshing, and bursting with aromas of spicy pear and dried apricots. The richly textured palate is characterized by spice and fruit as well as lingering notes of honey. Price：￥1,944（including tax）
	House Wine Riesling 2011 Enticing peach, key lime and guava marry with a hint of soap stone on the nose. The rich and creamy mouthfeel is layered with green apple, stone fruit and a touch of residual sugar. Lingering peach and tangerine are on the fresh, clean finish. Price：￥2,484（including tax）
	Charles Smith Wines Kung Fu Girl Riesling 2013 White stone fruit, white peach, apricot, cool and delicious. Think Fuji apple, shiro plum, lime leaves. Focused and a very long, minerally finish. Price：￥2,592（including tax）
	O-S Winery Riesling 2012 The balance that results from the confluence of these four factors is classic Kabinett Riesling: aromatic, crisp, refreshing and delicate. The flavor is all Columbia Valley: Mouthwatering acidity frames a irresistible palate of lemon-lime, melon and honey laced with mineral and fennel notes that persist through a lengthy, smile inducing finish.。 Price：￥2,808（including tax）
	Dunham Cellars Riesling Lewis Vineyard 2012 The color of pale golden straw, this wine offers juicy melon, delicate orange blossom honey and beautifully bright apple notes. Effusive Key Lime pie and mineral tones held together with graceful acidity create an age-worthy Riesling. Price：￥3,078（including tax）
	Long Shadows Poet’s Leap Riesling 2012 With wonderful brightness and purity of flavor, the 2012 Poet’s Leap is a vibrant, refined wine showing impeccable balance. Layers of minerality, white flowers, dried apricots, refreshing citrus and a hint of honey provide complexity that lingers across the wine’s clean finish. Price：￥3,672（including tax）

	Washington Riesling All Stars (6 bottles) The set is made with 6 quality Washington Rieslings. Enjoy the different style of Riesling wines produced by the top Washington wineries. Riesling fans cannot miss this out! Limited time special price：￥12,000 (including tax)
	Washington Riesling and Summer Bright Red Wine Set (6 bottles) This set is made with the combination of bright red wine and some of our best quality Rieslings. Three Washington Rieslings and Orca’s recommended three bright red wines are included in the set. Limited time special price：￥12,000 (including tax)

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