Anthony Road | Finger Lakes Dry Riesling (2022)
Dry Riesling plays differently depending on how it’s built. Anthony Road leans toward balance over austerity—the 2022 is bright and structured, with a touch of softness that makes it easier to work with across a range of dishes.
On the Nose
On the Tongue
Bright and precise, but not sharp. The acidity is high, as expected, but it’s balanced by a slight softness that rounds out the edges. Citrus and orchard fruit carry through the palate, with a clean, mineral finish and just enough texture from lees aging to give it some presence. It reads dry—but not aggressive.
On the Record
Details:
- Producer: Anthony Road Wine Company
- Region: Finger Lakes, New York
- Vintage: 2022
- Varietal: Riesling
- ABV: 11.7%
- pH: 2.9
- Acidity: 8.5 g/L
- Residual Sugar: 7.5 g/L
- Average Brix at Harvest: 19.6°Bx
- Harvest: October 11th, 12th, & 14th, 2022
- Winemaking Notes: Machine harvested fruit. Pressed into stainless steel tank to cold settle for two days then racked off the juice bottoms into stainless steel tanks to ferment. Native and commercial yeasts were employed to create many expressions of the fruit that would be used in the final blending of the wine. The wine spent about 7 months resting on the lees before the wine was readied for bottling.
Critical Reception:
- Vinous — 92 pts
- James Suckling — 90 pts
- Wine & Spirits — 92 pts
TastyDaddy Rating: 8.9 / 10
Highly versatile, technically precise, and more adaptable than most wines labeled “dry.”
On the Table
This is where the wine really shows its value—it’s built to handle complexity. It works best with dishes that balance salt, acidity, and a bit of richness, especially when there’s an aromatic component in play. The high acidity keeps everything lifted, while the slight softness prevents it from turning sharp against soy, citrus, or spice.
It’s particularly strong with:
- Soy-based dishes and umami-driven sauces
- Ginger, citrus, and lightly spiced profiles
- Fried elements and starch (fries, rice, noodles)
- Seafood or lighter proteins with bold seasoning
On the Wallet
Typically $18–$25, depending on the retailer.
This sits firmly in the high-value tier—you’re getting precision, balance, and versatility at a price point where most wines are far less interesting. For what it delivers, this punches well above its weight.
