Rose Cabernet Franc Pinot Noir Chardonnay Seneca Lake Hermann J Wiemer

Overview
Hermann J. Wiemer's Seneca Lake Rosé is a dry blend of Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay from New York's Finger Lakes region, crafted by a pioneering winery known for elevating American cool-climate wines.

Specs at a glance

Good to know
Hermann J. Wiemer, a Mosel-born producer who established his namesake vineyard in 1973, played a foundational role in positioning the Finger Lakes as a world-class wine region. The winery remains a leading U.S. label for precise, high-quality expressions reflective of Seneca Lake's terroir [#1].

Tasting notes

• Nose: Bright fruit aromas true to Finger Lakes style, drawing from the winery's reputation for balanced profiles.
• Palate: Crisp acidity and creamy texture emerge in Wiemer wines, with layered fruit from the red and white grape components.
• Finish: Clean and lingering, emphasizing the region's vibrant balance [#1].

Notable details

• Production: Grown and vinified at the estate HJW Vineyard in Seneca Lake.
• Lineage: From Hermann J. Wiemer, a trailblazer in U.S. Riesling and now diverse varietals [#1].
• Availability: Core offering from a respected Finger Lakes producer.

Closing
A precise, terroir-driven rosé that embodies Wiemer's legacy of quality in the Finger Lakes.

Sources

[1] Vinepair – "2016 Hermann J. Wiemer HJW Vineyard Riesling Review"

[2] Drinkhacker – "Review: Sonoma-Cutrer 2019 Chardonnay and 2020 Rose of Pinot Noir"

[3] Drinkhacker – "Review: 2021 Hillick & Hobbs Estate Dry Riesling Seneca Lake New York"

[4] Drinkhacker – "Review: 2020 Gaia Pinot Noir Rose Organic"

[5] Drinkhacker – "Review: 2018 Marshall Davis Pinot Noir Rose"