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A finely textured wine with special qualities. Carefully cellared prior to release, this wine has citrus and floral aromas leading to intense mineral and lime flavours. The wine has spent two years in the bottle prior to release, however it has retained it’s youth and will therefore benefit from further ageing.

"Pure fruit on the nose is moderated with a dab of minerality, and the palate is lime crisp and long". Tuatoru Kakara status (Rising aromatic), Keith Stewart, Great Wines of New Zealand.

Sensory Notes

Colour: Bright straw with light tints

Aroma: Classic lime and mineral notes

Palate: Citrus and mineral flavours and a persistent dry finish

Technical Notes

Fermentation: Stainless steel 100%

Maturation: 2 years bottle age in the winery cellar

Variety: Riesling 100%

Alcohol: 12.3%

Total acidity: 8.1 g/l

pH: 2.93

Residual sugar: 6.2 g/l

Harvest dates: 11 & 16 April 2002

Bottling dates: 18 March 2003

Cellaring Potential

Made in a style that will reward cellar age. This wine is expected to develop positively with evolving flavours and texture during the next six or seven years

Food Suggestions

Well suited to fresh, vibrant salads also fragrant and moderately spicy cuisine