rating B

standout Riesling only project from Thomas Pastuszak

about Thomas Pastuszak is wine director at the Nomad hotel in New York, and has branched out into making wine. His Terrassen project focuses on Cabernet Franc and Blaufränkisch. Empire Estate is a new venture focused solely on Riesling, both dry and sweet. The first wine is made with the tank method, with the ambition to also make traditional method. All fruit comes from Finger Lakes.

wines tasted

Blanc de Blancs Brut NV ($)

tank method allows the aromatics, acidity, and low alcohol (11%) to be expressed in fruity, floral style. Very Riesling.

website http://www.empireestatewine.com/

email empireestate@thirdleafwines.com

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