About WiNEZ

WiNEZ was a monthly event at EZ Street Saloon in South Range, WI. Unfortunately, due to lower turn out the owners had decided to stop hosting the event. The last wine night at EZ was held on November 12, 2014. But that is not to say the die hards won't be getting together for some wine tasting periodically at EZ Street Saloon. I will continue to blog the wines we have tasted pre starting this blog, along with our impromptu meetings, and maybe transform the blog into something more personal. We will see where it goes. I do know the blog will still be about wine!

So for my WiNEZ pals you can count on this blog to serve as an archive of what was consumed and a reference for your spending sprees. For those who are just curious about what the Northwest Wisconsinites are drinking here are some thoughts… but be warned I am by no means a wine expert-I only know what I like. Since I am not an expert I will try to include the winemakers label descriptions as well.

Salute! or as the Finnish would say Kippis!

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Split Rock Lighthouse Riesling



Split Rock Lighthouse Riesling is a nice novelty wine featuring a local landmark, but the wine is left to be desired.  The bottle pictures the Split Rock Lighthouse on the shores of Lake Superior.  The wine is a dry with a strong sour lemon aroma and flavor.  It would be a great compliment to a savory baked fish dinner, if you like drier wines.  If you are looking for more the typical Riesling - clean, crisp, and not awful sweet, this may not tickle your fancy.

Varietal:  Riesling
Producer/Importer:  Split Rock Lighthouse           
Region:  Rheinhessen Germany
Vintage: 2011
Price: $11.95
Tasting notes:
 Sight (Color/Clarity): Medium yellow gold
 Smell (bouquet, aroma): Sour lemons
Taste (acidity, balance, body): Dry, tart-sour
Bottle presentation: Picture of the Split Rock Lighthouse on the shores of Lake Superior
Overall rating (1-10): 8
Date consumed: November 14, 2012
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