Description

Johnson Estate Little Love Drops Liebströpfchen

The Johnson family farm consists of over 300 acres of land bisected by Freelings Creek, which drains into nearby Lake Erie. The care given to the farm and its natural resources, including its meadows, creeks, and woodlands, reflects our family’s desire to be good stewards of the land for future generations. We select grape seedlings and rootstock appropriate to the region and each vineyard site. We maintain soil health by planting cover crops and mulching with pruned grapevines and grape pomace.

Thirteen varieties of grapes are grown at Johnson Estate in 115 acres of vineyards and include four Labrusca, six French-American hybrid, and three Vinifera varietals (Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay) within 3000 feet of the winery.  Our grape varieties have been selected for their excellent wine-making quality and suitability for the Lake Erie microclimate. In addition to our estate grapes, we purchase a very limited supply of Vinifera grapes (Cabernet Sauvignon) from Long Island where the microclimate is more suitable for heat-loving Bordeaux type grapes.

At Johnson Estate, we believe that we should be continuously improving the environment that our vines, fields, and woods depend upon. We call it “stewardship”. To us, being good stewards of the land and its creatures means that we not only strive to leave this property (and the broader environment that surrounds it) to its inheritors in a better condition than we came to it, but also that we work with clear focus on improving the growing conditions for vines and woods, season-to-season, year-to-year. Not only is this a foundational value; it is the practical basis for making ever better wines.

Liebestropfchen, named over fifty years ago when a customer from Germany tasted the new wine with founder, Fred Johnson. Rich, fruity, semi-sweet wine similar in flavor and character to a fine French Sauterne. Uniquely captures the fully-ripened character of the Delaware grape. Fabulous paired with traditional cheesecake and lemon desserts.

Johnson Estate Little Love Drops Liebströpfchen is a sweet, aromatic white wine that offers a delightful mix of floral and fruity notes. On the nose, it bursts with the scent of ripe peaches, apricots, and hints of honeyed citrus, creating an inviting bouquet. On the palate, it’s luscious and smooth, with vibrant flavors of tropical fruits like pineapple and guava, balanced by a refreshing acidity. The finish is crisp and clean, leaving a lingering sweetness that’s perfectly paired with lighter desserts, cheeses, or enjoyed on its own as a dessert wine. This wine is charming and easy-drinking, making it a perfect treat for those who enjoy a well-balanced, sweet-style white wine.

Johnson Estate Little Love Drops Liebströpfchen Notes To Your Senses:

• APPEARANCE: Pale straw
• AROMA: An inviting bouquet of ripe peaches, apricots, and hints of honeyed citrus
• TASTE: Luscious and smooth, with vibrant flavors of tropical fruits like pineapple and guava, balanced by a refreshing acidity
• FINISH: Crisp and clean, leaving a lingering sweetness
• ABV: 12%