HISTORY NOTES: Launched in 1999, Eroica is a labor of love for two of the world’s great Riesling producers. One from the Old World, Dr. Loosen estate of Germany, and the other from the New World, Chateau Ste. Michelle of Washington state. Named for Beethoven’s Third Symphony, Eroica reflects its heritage: elegant yet bold from Washington roots and refined from German inspiration.

The 2011 vintage has aromas and flavors of white peach, grapefruit and sweet lime with subtle mineral notes—mouth-watering acidity is balanced by flavorful Washington fruit. After over a decade we have found our Eroica style: beautiful bright fruit with crisp acidity and enhanced minerality.

This is an ultra-rich, concentrated yet elegant wine with intense aromas of orange blossom, honey and sweet spice. Appealing flavors of ripe pineapple and honey lead to a long, luscious finish.

Supple texture, remarkable depth and complex flavors are the hallmarks of Eroica XLC. Extended Lees Contact (XLC) is a modern interpretation of classic, Old World, dry-style Riesling. In keeping with Germany’s Grosses Gewächs “GG” designation, this is a dry wine sourced from distinctive vineyards.

Supple texture, remarkable depth and complex flavors are the hallmarks of Eroica XLC. Extended Lees Contact (XLC) is a modern interpretation of classic, Old World, dry-style Riesling. This wine is crafted in an upright oak cask and aged for 19 months on the full lees (spent yeast).

The wine exudes mandarin orange and sweet lime aromas and flavors with subtle mineral notes. Mouth-watering acidity is beautifully balanced by flavorful Washington Riesling fruit. Beautiful bright fruit with crisp acidity and enhanced minerality.