Coria Estates Riesling
WHY WE LOVE IT
- The Coria Estates Riesling comes from a Johanisburg clone that was planted in 1982.
- The grapes are from the Grace Hill Vineyard in Junction City, where the soil is clay and the elevation is 300 fasl.
Varietal Composition: 100% Riesling
Elaboration: The harvest is hand picked. Yeast fermented. Whole cluster press to tank. Inoc in tank, completed primary there, then transferred to barrel. Finished full MLF in barrel. Barrel aged 20 months. Filtration is Pad/Sterile.
Tasting Notes: Opens up with fresh bursts of apricot and white peach, settling into soft honey and floral notes. This Willamette Valley Riesling leaves a rich textured mouthfeel that lingers on the finish, pairing well with spicy Thai dishes or seafood.
PRESS
2021 – 90 Wine Enthusiasts
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Cória Estates is a Mexican-American family-owned vineyard, winery, and tasting room in South Salem, Oregon. They have been growing grapes for more than 20 years in the heart of the Willamette Valley.
The story of Luis & Janice begins with separate family heritages and cultural backgrounds. Luis Coria was born and raised in Mexico spending his early years helping his father on the family farm. At age 14 he ventured further seeking opportunities and eventually found himself in Oregon. Janice grew up in a small town in northern Idaho. In the spring of 1979, while visiting family in Oregon, Janice met Luis and married him two years later. By 1985, they had welcomed two baby girls to the family! By now, Luis felt a need to get back to his farming roots. Today, the vineyard is a mature 104 acres planted in Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Viognier, and Riesling.