The 2022 vintage in the Finger Lakes was warm and dry and resulted in low yields in the vineyards but intense flavors in the wines. The 2022 Boundary Breaks #239 Dry Riesling is evidence of the quality. The 239 designation refers to the clone of Riesling that was planted in the Seneca Lake vineyards in 2009 and is especially suited to dry styles of Riesling. This bottling has a vivid zest and liveliness that recalls the complex and racy character of a top wine from the Mosel. The bouquet shows lovely floral scents plus elements of green apple, lemon zest, pear and pineapple. The flavors are pure and complex with lemon, peach and tropical fruits underscored by hints of honey and spice. The Boundary Breaks 239 Riesling shows a fine balance, with enough fruit intensity and a deft touch of residual sugar to match the high acid of the grape. The Finger Lakes are becoming better known for quality Rieslings, and this wine shows why.
Boundary Breaks Vineyard, Finger Lakes (New York) Dry Riesling 2022
By Wayne Belding