The Parting Glass Cordon Cut Riesling
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Typically best enjoyed 3 to 15 years from the vintage release.
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blue cheese, apricot tart, lemon cake
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Named after the classic Irish song of farewell, Owen Roe's 'The Parting Glass' is a luscious dessert wine crafted using the traditional 'cordon cut' method. In the Yakima Valley, winemakers sever the fruiting canes of the Riesling vines late in the season, cutting off the water supply. This causes the grapes to dehydrate and shrivel directly on the vine, concentrating the natural sugars, bright acidity, and stone fruit flavors. The result is a rich, nectar-like sweet wine that beautifully balances intense sweetness with the vibrant, crisp acidity characteristic of Washington State Riesling.
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Established in 1999 by winemaker David O'Reilly and co-founder Jerry Owen, Owen Roe is a highly acclaimed Pacific Northwest winery dedicated to producing exceptional, terroir-driven wines from Washington and Oregon. Named after the historic 17th-century Irish patriot Owen Roe O'Neill, the winery operates its estate vineyard and production facility at 309 Shipley Rd, Granger, WA 98932, United States, in the heart of the Yakima Valley, while sourcing fruit from legendary sites like DuBrul, Red Willow, and Seven Hills. Owen Roe's winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention, utilizing small-batch fermentations and meticulous French oak aging to craft expressive, structurally complex wines. They are particularly celebrated for their bold, single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons, northern Rhône-style Syrahs like Ex Umbris, and creative blends such as Sinister Hand and Abbot's Table. More information can be found on their official website at https://www.owenroe.com.