According to Eroica’s website, Chateau Ste. Michelle produces more riesling than any other American region, making seven different kinds. Among them, their “standard” riesling that I used to drink practically by the case in my early 20’s. The Dr. Loosen side of things comes from Ernst Loosen, part of a winemaking family that has been making riesling in Germany’s Mosel region for more than two centuries. Together they produce three different Eroica rieslings grown in Washington’s Columbia Valley.
I tasted their off-dry version, the Eroica “widely” available. It was very pale yellow in the glass. While I likely served myself wine that was a bit too cold, I went ahead with my tasting. The nose was light (but was certainly affected by the cold temperature) and had a slight tropical scent, like pineapple. Being riesling, it was citrusy-- like white grapefruit.
I thought it was fairly light for an off-dry wine. I always expect something fuller, but this was still light and refreshing. Must mean it's properly balanced. It was very citrusy, again with white grapefruit as well as lime. The acidity was nice and there was a hint of minerals. I especially enjoyed the super long finish. Yum!
The Score: ★ ★ ★½
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