Palate

Aromatic and zesty, each sip explodes with vibrant fruitiness and leaves behind a lively lingering finish.

Growing Conditions

The 2016 growing season was one of, if not the driest growing season on record for the Finger Lakes region. As of August we were very concerned about the condition of the vines and whether the fruit would be able to ripen due to lack of rain. Luckily, just as it looked the bleakest, we received several, much needed showers.

Harvest

We were pleasantly surprised when we started harvesting the 2016 crop; yields were down due to small berry size, but the quality was outstanding.

Bottling

April 11, 2017, Cork seal.
Limited quantities, Library Wine. Club membership required for access.

Winemaking

Wagner Ice wines are gently pressed from frozen grapes, coaxing the juice out while leaving the water behind as ice crystals.

Food Pairing

Savor this Riesling Ice alone or along with your favorite dessert, fresh fruit or with soft cheeses and nuts.