While I might remember my first real car (an Oldsmobile Omega, remember those?). I might be hard pressed to remember this wine. Some better choices might be the Hogue Late Harvest Reisling (2007) or Washington Hills Late Harvest (2007) Riesling.

It's a clear, bright light to medium colored straw yellow wine with little "legs" to it. Your nose might detect some faint tree fruit notes, but it better be a very good nose! While there is definate tree fruit notes (apple or pear perhaps) for your taste buds, there is also is what appears to me to be a flinty/mineral after taste at the end. Not bad per se, but somewhat unusual for a Riesling. There as also little astringency as this wine as it has a decided "wet" taste. Best for sipping, if you must. Some better choices might be the 2007 Hogue Late Harvest Riesling (Washington) or Washington Hills Late Harvest (2007) Riesling.

AutoMoto
2007
Riesling
California

Grade: C+
Price: $7

Winery: AutoMoto
Region: Santa Rosa
State/Country: California
Website: www.automotowines.com

Alcohol: 12.5% by Volume
Bottle: 750ml
Closure: Synthetic Cork

Bottle Blurb:
"Remember your first car -- The thrill of the open road? Wind-eyed days of fun and adventure shared with best friends? Like a classic cruiser, Automoto wines are soulfully crafted to take you somplace special. Life's a journey, enjoy the ride."