The 2023 Dry River Craighall Riesling impresses with its zesty flavors of lemon leaves, pink grapefruit, and wet river stones, balanced by fresh acidity and a fine-boned texture, making it a standout for its purity and complexity.
Capturing the cooler season's influence, this Riesling features a vibrant profile with aromas of grilled lime, white florals, and orange sherbet, alongside a dry, mineral-rich palate that promises excellent aging potential.
With a structured balance of acidity and off-dry sugar, this Riesling is crafted for a long evolution in the bottle, offering a rewarding experience for those who can wait up to ten years to fully appreciate its layered nuances.
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Description
The 2023 Dry River Craighall Riesling exemplifies the pursuit of purity and transparency in a dry style, crafted to maintain its crisp and fresh character through a long fermentation process. This Riesling presents a vibrant bouquet of grilled lime, delicate white florals, and a hint of orange sherbet, showcasing the influence of a cooler growing season.
On the palate, it delivers a layered and complex experience with flavors of lemon leaves, pink grapefruit, green moss, and wet river stones. The wine's fine-boned texture, balanced by off-dry sugar and fresh acidity, promises significant aging potential. With its vibrant acidity and evolving nature, this Riesling is best enjoyed with ripe cheeses and will continue to develop beautifully over the next decade.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Lime, Orange, White Flowers
Palate:Grapefruit, Lemon Zest, Mineral
Food Pairings:
Asian
Fish
Shellfish
Description
The 2023 Dry River Craighall Riesling exemplifies the pursuit of purity and transparency in a dry style, crafted to maintain its crisp and fresh character through a long fermentation process. This Riesling presents a vibrant bouquet of grilled lime, delicate white florals, and a hint of orange sherbet, showcasing the influence of a cooler growing season.
On the palate, it delivers a layered and complex experience with flavors of lemon leaves, pink grapefruit, green moss, and wet river stones. The wine's fine-boned texture, balanced by off-dry sugar and fresh acidity, promises significant aging potential. With its vibrant acidity and evolving nature, this Riesling is best enjoyed with ripe cheeses and will continue to develop beautifully over the next decade.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Lime, Orange, White Flowers
Palate:
Grapefruit, Lemon Zest, Mineral
Food Pairings:
Asian
Fish
Shellfish
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Lime, Orange, White Flowers
Grapefruit, Lemon Zest, Mineral
Asian
Fish
Shellfish