Absolutely fab wine. Every now and then I try a Riesling - and it restores my (somewhat irregular) faith in the Riesling grape. This was one of those.
A lot of Marlborough Rieslings seem to be too try-hard: way too acidic, aggressive and shouty 'look at me' wines.
This wine is subtle - off-dry style with aromas of minerals, crisp Nashi pear and lime. On the palate - initial medium sweetness with a cascade of pear, peach, ripe grapefruit, honey and raisins. Then a crisp, clean finish. Very classy wine.
A great match for pork, seafood or Asian cuisine. $NZ24.00 a bottle
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