November 2010
2008 Tatomer Riesling Vandenberg
"Bright gold. Intense aromas of lemon rind, chalky minerals, green apple and white flowers, with a hint of white pepper. Dry and precise, offering nervy lime, orange zest and mineral flavors and a sneaky note of honeysuckle. Impressively balanced and pure, with strong finishing cut and lingering florality. This impressively racy and incisive wine reminds me of some of the best rieslings from Australia's Clare Valley."