Dr. Konstantin Frank Tasting at Unwine'd: A Midweek Wine Break
Last week, my older daughter, Sophia, and I took a little midweek break and headed to Unwine'd in Rochester for a Dr. Konstantin Frank tasting event.
Unwine'd opened in September 2023 and offers a fun, interactive self-pour wine experience right in downtown Rochester. It was a perfect way to spend a Wednesday night: great wine, great food, and even better company.
Sophia worked three summers in Boundary Breaks’ tasting room, so these outings are extra fun for us. She brings her behind-the-bar experience, and we share an ever-growing 'student of wine' perspective. In fact, we’re even taking a WSET 2 class together in August.
But back to the tasting. The evening started with a beautiful glass of Dr. Frank’s Brut Rosé, which was a perfect way to kick off a tasting. Bright, crisp, and full of tiny bubbles, it was the first of five wines served to pair with a delicious cheese board.
After that, we worked our way through a lineup of Dr. Frank classics:
Dry Riesling — Classic Finger Lakes profile: crisp acidity, citrus and stone fruits, and a clean, mineral finish
Rkatsiteli—Floral and herbal notes, with hints of honey, stone fruit, and a fuller texture.
Sauvignon Blanc — Very aromatic and so bright and zippy, with grapefruit and tropical notes.
Gewürztraminer — The aromatics were beautiful on this one. Lychee, rose petals, and spice, with just enough sweetness to balance the bold flavors.
I always love tasting Dr. Frank wines because they do such a great job balancing old-world influence with what makes the Finger Lakes so special.
If you haven't been to Unwine'd for one of their events or just to taste their assortment of wines, I highly recommend it. Great vibe, relaxed setting, and they always showcase some of the best of FLX wines.
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Cheers from the lake!
—Niki and Scott
