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Riesling 2004 - SOLD OUT
Grown on a single vineyard on the southern, centre of Marlborough’s Wairau Valley, the vines were pruned to a two canes to control yields. The grapes were hand-picked and whole bunch pressed to retain varietal and vineyard identity. The wine was fermented in stainless steel and held on fine lees to capture the delicate fruit characters and balance these with the natural lively acidity.
Aroma: Honey, lime, bee’s wax and kerosene
Palate: Caramel, honey and slight lanolin flavours with a crisp finish
Maturation: 2 years in bottle before release
Alcohol: 12%
Total acidity: 6.08g/l
pH: 3.01
Residual sugar: 12g/l
Harvest dates: 6 May 2004
Bottling dates: November 2004, under screw cap, in a Burgundy bottle
Sensory Notes
Colour: Pale goldAroma: Honey, lime, bee’s wax and kerosene
Palate: Caramel, honey and slight lanolin flavours with a crisp finish
Technical Notes
Fermentation: Stainless Steel 100%Maturation: 2 years in bottle before release
Alcohol: 12%
Total acidity: 6.08g/l
pH: 3.01
Residual sugar: 12g/l
Harvest dates: 6 May 2004
Bottling dates: November 2004, under screw cap, in a Burgundy bottle
Cellaring Potential
Drinking well on release and will develop nicely into 2009Food Suggestions
This wine will go well with a vast range of food because of the soft fruity characters, lively acidity and smooth texture. Try with aromatic Asian cuisine and lightly spiced foods.
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