Jordan Mellifera Noble Late Harvest Riesling

Notes - Notes - Gary and Kathy Jordan have been making world-class wines since 1993 on a farm with a history going back over 300 years. He's a geologist, she's an economist - together this husband and wife team is a phenomenon. Gary's parents, Ted and Sheelagh, bought the 146 hectare Stellenbosch property in 1982, and embarked on an extensive replanting programme, specializing in classic varieties suited to the different soils and slopes. A small south-facing 19 year old block of Rhine Riesling is home to this limited-release wine. Misty weather during veraison encouraged botrytis (pourriture noble) which concentrated the flavours and sugars. Delicate, floral and fresh ripe apricot bouquet with a limey citrus twist.Sun-dried peach and apricot flavours with a well-balanced acidity add elegance to the long rich finish. 4 stars in the 2007 John Platter Wine Guide.
 
     

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