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Four Degrees of Riesling 2009 1st Degree (Seneca Lake)

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The second in Three Brothers’ series of four Rieslings, this wine would be more accurately described as semisweet. There’s a familiar hint of fennel and petroleum on the nose here, contrasted by a bright lemon-honey sweetness and hints of grapefruit. — A.I. (10/1/2010)

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Four Degrees of Riesling 2009 2nd Degree (Seneca Lake)

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Third in Three Brothers’ series of four Rieslings, this bottling is accurately labeled as semi-sweet, although certainly sweeter than the 1st Degree. There’s a consistency through the series with a savory nose of anise, fennel and petroleum. The mouth is full of ripe fruit—this time juicy honeydew and tangerines—and a hint of jasmine tea that adds astringency to… — A.I. (10/1/2010)

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Four Degrees of Riesling 2009 0 Degrees (Seneca Lake)

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Although it’s the driest of Three Brothers’ series of four Rieslings showcasing increasing sweetness levels, this wine would be more accurately described as off-dry in style. The nose is distinctly savory with hints of fennel, ramp and petroleum. On the palate, there’s a surprising sunburst of lemon and lime balanced with a brisk acidity. — A.I. (10/1/2010)

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2010 Mira Stanly Ranch

Winemaker Gustavo Gonzalez left Robert Mondavi to do his own thing, and…

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