Red Tail Ridge, Finger Lakes Blaufrankisch RTR Vineyard, 2022 OREGONCT0126 Oger from his mother —

Oger from his mother — so this cuvee is a kind of family portrait in a glass

and full of promise

The nose is subtle—fresh grain

clean distillation

and just a whiff of smoke

Red Tail Ridge, Finger Lakes Blaufrankisch RTR Vineyard, 2022 OREGONCT0126 Oger from his mother —Blaufrnkisch may be best known in Austria, but Red Tail Ridge proves the grape has a serious voice in New Yorks Finger Lakes. Grown on the western shore of Seneca Lake, the RTR Vineyard benefits from moderating breezes, limestone rich soils, and meticulous farmingall of which show up in this vibrant, site specific 2022 bottling. Medium bodied and sleek, it leads with dark cherry, black raspberry, and a crack of black pepper. Theres energy and acidity