Recent Press About Ravines Wine

Rick Van Sickle - New York Cork Report – Guest Post: A Drier Style of Riesling at Ravines Wine Cellars

“Morten admits that Ravines doesn’t “try to be everything to everyone” which, to be honest, is a refreshing change from so many of the Finger Lakes wineries that tend to do just that and end up with a whole mess of wine that perhaps is fine for the masses but misses the mark for serious wine lovers”

Sue Guerra – On the Vine: TasteCamp – East Highlights

“Dry Riesling 2008 – Argetsinger Vineyard: The wine had the same intense minerality with floral notes, citrus, and great acidity, plus a little more richness and body on the finish.”

John Witherspoon – Anything Wine : An Afternoon at Ravines Wine Cellars

“On paper he knows what he’s doing and his knowledge and passion definitely translate to the glass” (speaking about winemaker Morten Hallgren)

Remy Charest – The Wine Case : Tastecamp day 1: Great Riesling – and some surprising reds

“But the real surprise came from Ravines Vineyard … the wines displayed confident and precise winemaking choices, the Rieslings were bone dry and built for the long run”

Michael Gorton – Undertaking Wine : Ravines Wine Cellars: More Than Just Riesling

“…make sure you visit and taste Ravines. And if you happen to be around when they have wine pairing dinners, make sure you make a reservation. I know I would.”

Julien Marchand – Empty Glasses : Tasting Through Riesling at TasteCamp 2010

“…bone dry Rieslings are made for the long run as seen the oldest of the three was still razor-sharp, with the structure and acid which will hold this wine together for years to come.”

Rick VanSickle – Wines in Niagara – RickWines, The Blog: A Journey to the Finger Lakes: Part 1

“The Ravines style is built around tight, mouth-watering, bone-dry rieslings that are balanced between fresh fruit and acid. They are made for the long haul in the cellar even though they are released to the public with some bottle age.”

Sasha Smith – Spin the Bottle : Finger Lakes Highlights: Argetsinger Vineyard

“The wine, made in a dry style, had a steeliness, minerality, and finesse that set it apart from the other local Rieslings I sampled over the weekend, and it was one of my favorites of the entire trip.”

Lenn Thompson – The New York Cork Report : TasteCamp EAST 2010 Interview: Rick Van Sickle (WinesofNiagara.com)

“What tasting or vineyard walk was and will be the most memorable for you? The Ravines Wine Cellars tasting and Argetsinger Vineyard walk … Fascinating owners and winemaker who is steadfast in his beliefs. And perfectly matched to his grower.”