The 2022 Riesling Dry from Vivat Alfa is a crisp, acid-driven white that leans tart and structured, with a clean profile and a smooth, rounded mid-palate. It emphasizes dryness and acidity over sweetness, giving it a focused, refreshing character.
It opens with a bright, sharp aroma of citrus and Granny Smith apple, with a lightly floral edge and a clean, mineral-leaning freshness. The nose feels direct and lifted, without any noticeable sweetness.
On the palate, it is dry, acidic, and tart upfront, immediately showing a crisp structure. As it develops, a round, smooth wave of flavor moves through the mid-palate, softening the initial sharpness without adding weight or sweetness.
Notes of Granny Smith apple and orange pithy citrus carry through, giving it a slightly bitter, citrus-peel edge that reinforces the dryness.
The mouthfeel is light to medium-bodied with a smooth, flowing texture through the center, followed by a drying finish that settles in the back of the throat. The acidity remains present throughout, giving it a refreshing but slightly firm edge.
Overall
A clean, structured dry Riesling that leans tart and refreshing, with crisp apple, pithy citrus character, and a smooth mid-palate leading into a dry, slightly gripping finish. It’s straightforward and focused, built more on acidity and structure than softness or sweetness.
Dry, tart Riesling with sharp Granny Smith apple, pithy citrus, a smooth mid-palate, and a clean, drying finish.