2007 Marlborough Dry Riesling
Three distinct vineyards within Marlborough produce the fruit for this Dry Riesling. Each
vineyard adds its own characteristic touch to the wine. The Anderson vineyard in the
Brancott Valley contributes lemon and lime aromas; the Ellin Vineyard, due to a cool late
ripening, adds minerality; and the Cole’s Vineyard with its heavy soil, adds depth and weight
to this crisp Dry Riesling.
Following harvest, the fruit was pressed immediately. Then, over the next 36-hours the must
was allowed to settle. Temperature-controlled fermentation was used to coax the aroma and
flavor from the grapes. When the acid and sugar achieved a perfect balance, fermentation
was arrested. During fermentation and aging the fruit harvested from each unique vineyard
was kept separate. Upon blending time, each lot was tasted and chosen to create the final
wine.
Appearance Pale straw yellow with a tint of green.
Aroma Bright notes of orange and grapefruit
mingle with hints of honey and apple.
Flavor Bursts of citrus, honey and fresh
peach compliment the crisp, flinty
finish
Appellation Marlborough, New Zealand
Total Acidity 8.2 g/L
pH 3.1
Alcohol 12.5%
Release Date December 2007
Cases Produced 3,000