Allan Scott Marlborough Riesling 2003

The ‘Moorland block’ which directly surrounds the winery has some of the oldest Riesling vines in Marlborough and because of this maturity this vineyard consistently produces quality fruit year after year.

Viticulture

Coming up to 25 years old these vines are fairly ‘established’ now. Pruned backed to four canes, leaf plucking and a little bud rubbing is about all these vines need now to produce an extraordinarily consistent and quality wine.

Vinification

Following our normal procedures harvest occurred in the coolness of the early morning. After pressing and the normal settling/racking process the juice was then fermented. During ferment the wine is tasted daily until a desired residual sugar level was found and then the wine is promptly stopped.

Description

A very powerful aromatic wine that displays an extensive range of citrus fruit characters like New Zealand Oranges and Manderins. A balance of natural fruit sweetness, and crisp acidity enhance this wine on the palate in its youth and, if you can wait, will develop more complexity with age.

Serving Suggestions

Riesling is a preferred accompaniment to a wide range of foods. Especially enjoyable with savory, spicy dishes, cheese or simply on its own. Best served lightly chilled and is guaranteed to improve with age if carefully cellared.

Technical Information

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