Tasted immediately prior to bottling, the 2007 Bird Label Riesling was highly aromatic, boasting hints of lime, apple, peach and dried spices. It’s on the sweet, ripe side, with more than 20 g/l of residual sugar, but admirably balanced by sharp acids. Delicious now, but should last through 2015.——J.C.(6/1/2009)—— 88