Borealis The Northern Whites Willamette Valley White Blend

Love it. All aromatics off dry and tart

Borealis is an interesting blend of cold climate varietals. Müller-Thurgau (38%), Gewürztraminer (32%), Riesling (19%) and Pinot Gris (11%). I really enjoyed this wine. It is incredibly aromatic and really exhibits each varietal well. The nose is vibrant tropical fruits and crisp citrus. The palate began with fresh pear and white peach, then lead to a chalky, mineral bitterness. Just when I started to sense a lack of acidity the finish brought a surprise injection of acid that I can only imagine came from the Riesling. This resulted in a long mouth watering finish. Each flavor was so distinct it reminded me of Willy Wonka’s three course chewing gum. I think this is definitely a crowd pleaser for its fruit characteristics, but it is also a very interesting wine for the more discerning palate.

Not too sweet, not too dry

2015 vintage. Good aromatics and lively freshness. Poached pear, apricot, yellow apple, honeysuckle, lychee. A pillowy softness helps as a counterpoint to zippy acidity.

Sweet, drinks itself

Not over-poweringly sweet. Easy to sip on it's own or with a meal. Would certainly buy again instead of a reisling or moscato. Purchased at Willow Mercantile

Great wine from Oregon. Floral and slight honey notes with balanced acidity.

Lovely light peach, citrus and floral notes. Balanced acidity with a slight sweetness.

Off the wall white. Interesting and enjoyable without being at all pretentious

I love this. Smooth but not boring. Fruity and round.