Best Buy! Split Rail winemaker Jed Glavin embarks on an untraditional path in Idaho’s Treasure Valley by offering Riesling from Sawtooth Vineyard in a 375-millilter can. (He’s not the first in the Pacific Northwest do work with this portable, recyclable format.) His invitation to “Pull Tabs, Not Corks” leads to a blast of gooseberry, sweet lime juice, lemon balm and a whiff of tutti frutti. There’s a bit of recalibration required on the palate because it carries an abundance of sugar along with tasty flavors akin to Ambrosia Salad. Enjoy with brunch, tailgating or hot tubbing. Editor’s note: The retail price listed in this review is the equivalent of a standard 750-ml bottle. A can retails for $6.
Rating: Recommended
Production: 1,500 cases
Alcohol: 13.3%
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