Wine with dinner

[Florida Jim]

We have a Chinese place near-by that serves some of the best take-out I’ve ever had. On nights when even trying to come up with a menu is too much effort, that is a blessing.

With Moo Goo Gai Pan:

2002 Stratford, Riesling (Martinborough, NZ):

Charming nose of mineral, licorice, and white fruit/

Medium body with good cut, flavors follow the nose expansively, crisp but calm acidity backing, well integrated, some complexity, concentrated, well balanced/

Long finish that reprises the flavors, especially the licorice.

With its own character and an elegance not expected of such a young Riesling, this was a good match with the food and delicious without.

Full retail $21.99.

Aside: I continue to be impressed with the NZ whites; they seem to carry the stamp of their place (and all are identifiable as NZ), they are well structured, and, they are clean and pure. Somebody down there likes us.

Best, Jim

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