"The palate is concentrated and linear, leading to a superbly long juicy finish" Wine Orbit
"An appealing wine in a great aperitif style and with the potential to develop well in bottle" Bob Campbell MW
Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, and Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, both rated this new release riesling 95pts! Winemaker Nikolai St George.
New limited release. Winemaker Nikolai St George.
Giesen Gemstone Marlborough Riesling 2017
Giesen Gemstone Marlborough Riesling 2017
Accolades
Awarded 95/100 Points
Cameron Douglas MS
Awarded 95/100 Points
Bob Campbell MW
Awarded 94/100 Points
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Awarded 18.5/ 20 Points
Joelle Thomson
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“A seductively tasty new wine made entirely from one vineyard in Marlborough – called Eden Valley Vineyard, in the Lower Waihopai Valley. Winemaker Nikolai St George fermented this wine in an interesting combo of granite tanks (made from a giant slab of volcanic rock), French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. That’s no mean feat for a wine that costs $20. The granite retains its core temperature, allowing for a slower fermentation while the other two vessels contribute diverse flavours (softer fruit, warmer ferment from the oak; fresher crisper brightness from the stainless portion). This wine is 10% and noticeably rich in flavour with a medium dry style, balanced by crisp acidity, which provides a long, flavoursome finish.” Joelle Thomson
“It is delightfully charming on the nose showing lime sorbet, red apple and white floral characters with a hint of savoury complexity. The palate is concentrated and linear, displaying delicate fruit intensity and fine texture, fabulously enhanced by elegant sweetness and perfectly pitched acidity, leading to a superbly long juicy finish. At its best: 2018 to 2027." Sam Kim; The Wine Orbit
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Full bodied with a amazing fruit aroma and a touch of sweetness. Delicious.
Craig - 09/02/2018
This wine is as good as the reviews say, one word would be to say "balanced" purchased another case, fantastic value to quality here.
Chris - 26/01/2018
Lovely drinking now. Will be even better with a little time - if you can restrain yourself!
Rein - 23/01/2018
A very enjoyable wine - medium sweetness and no kerosene undertones.
Dennis - 24/01/2018
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