Riesling 2002

Felton Road, tasting note (feltonroad.com – produktside feltonroad.com, hentet 2026-10-19): 2002 Felton Road Riesling – område: Bannockburn (Central Otago); drue: Riesling. Producentens noter (engelsk): Vintage & vinification: Riesling grapes were hand harvested during April after a warm and dry autumn. Whole bunch pressed then fermented with indigenous (or “wild”) yeast which has added texture and complexity. The long and slow fermentation was eventually stopped by chilling and racking off the yeast lees to retain 35g/L residual sugar. Bouquet & Palate Cellaring Intense floral and mandarin aromas contribute Although pleasant drinking now, expect to this wonderfully perfumed wine. An explosion complexities to develop after several years of of sweet fruit on the palate is fully integrated with cellaring. the residual sweetness. The wine’s natural high acidity ensures balance to provide a delicious aperitif wine or carefully match with appropriate cuisine.