Hermann J Weimer Flower Day Riesling 2024

Wine Type: White
Style: Finger Lakes Riesling; floral, citrus-driven, mineral, vibrant, lightly textured
Vintage: 2024
Bottle Size: 750ml
Grape Variety: Riesling
Appellation: Finger Lakes AVA
Country: United States
Region: Finger Lakes, New York
Producer: Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard
Winemaker: Fred Merwarth
Vineyard: Estate Riesling vineyards surrounding Seneca Lake
Soil: Glacially deposited gravel, shale, and limestone-rich soils
Farming: Organic and biodynamic practices; hand-harvested; minimal-intervention winemaking
Alcohol: Not confirmed for the 2024 vintage
Fermentation: Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts; gentle pressing and minimal intervention
Aging: Primarily stainless steel and neutral vessels with extended lees contact; exact 2024 élevage not confirmed
Food Pairings: Oysters, grilled trout, roast chicken, sushi, spicy Thai cuisine, pork with apples, fresh goat cheese, aged Comté

Tasting Note:
Hermann J. Wiemer’s 2024 “Flower Day” Riesling is a beautifully expressive Finger Lakes white that combines delicate aromatics with remarkable freshness and mineral precision. White peach, green apple, Meyer lemon, lime zest, jasmine, and citrus blossom lead into a vibrant, finely textured palate. Bright acidity and a subtle saline edge balance the wine’s generous fruit, while a long, mineral-driven finish adds depth and elegance. Floral, energetic, and wonderfully versatile, with the freshness to shine alongside seafood and the structure to complement richer dishes.

About the Producer:
Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard is one of the Finger Lakes’ most influential wineries, founded in 1979 by German-born Hermann Wiemer on the western shore of Seneca Lake. A pioneer of vinifera grape growing in New York, Wiemer helped establish the region’s reputation for world-class Riesling. Today, Fred Merwarth and Oskar Bynke lead the estate, continuing its commitment to meticulous vineyard management, organic and biodynamic farming, and minimal-intervention winemaking. Their wines are celebrated for their purity, vibrant acidity, and remarkable expression of the Finger Lakes’ glacial soils and cool climate. “Flower Day” reflects the estate’s biodynamic philosophy, highlighting the aromatic elegance and mineral character of Riesling grown along Seneca Lake.