Januik Riesling Bacchus Vineyard Columbia Valley

Winery	Januik
Region	Washington State
Appellation	Columbia Valley
Type	White Wine
Varietal	Riesling
Vineyard Size	4.5 acres
Soil	volcanic, rocky, with rich soil deposits over sand, silt and gravel
Vineyard Orientation	Southwest, 675-1025 feet
Average Age of Vines	45 years
Farming Practice	Organic – Non Certified
Maturation	Temperatures never exceeded 55F for the duration of the fermentation which was finally arrested almost 6 weeks after it began
Vintage	2016

Bacchus Vineyard is located outside Pasco, WA on a southwest facing slope which overlooks the Columbia River which makes it ideal for Riesling. This wine is made from two of the finest German Riesling clones: Geishenheim 198 and Nuestadt 90. Crisp and refreshing; packed with pear, peach, floral and citrus aromas and flavors

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88pts Wine Enthusiast– 2016 vintage

The aromas start out reticent for the variety, with pear, white peach and green apple notes. The palate is sleek but flavorful, with pleasant balance. It lacks only a bit more expression; perhaps additional time in bottle will bring it out.

Januik Riesling Bacchus Vineyard Columbia Valley