Variety: 100% Reisling harvested from the Estate vineyard

Viticulture: A combination of 2 clones of Riesling, grown in alluvial loam and in the cooler part  of the vineyard. Shoot positioning, minimal spraying and hand leaf plucking to maximize sunlight interception has produced clean ripe grapes with fantastic flavours.

Specifications:

Alcohol:	12.0%
PH:	3.15
TA:	6.8g/l
Residual sugar:	4.9
Locality:	Dakins Road

Winemaking: Harvested in the early morning when the flavors were showing their best, the grapes were hand picked and processed quickly.  Following a slow cool fermentation in stainless steel the fermentation was stopped to retain natural fruit sweetness.

Tasting Notes: The 2005 Riesling has an enticing aroma of limes, ginger and honey. Off dry in style with hints of apricots and a long lingering finish has created a wine with definition and enjoyment now. Time in bottle will show the fantastic developing complexities of great Riesling.

Awards:
2004 Riesling Awards. Bronze Medal 2005 Bragato Wine Awards.
2001 Riesling. Silver Medal 2002 Bragato Wine Awards. Bronze Medal 2001 Air New Zealand Wine Awards.
2000 Riesling. 4 stars Decanter