Mount Riley Marlborough Riesling 2026

Description

Lemon, Nectarine, Pastry

"Pristine and elegantly aromatic... vibrant palate with a hint of sweetness and beautifully pitched acidity" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

A perfumed wine with nuances of lemon/lime, apricot and citrus blossom underpinned by spice and nectarine characters. Palate Excellent fruit purity, with bright lemon/lime notes with hints of apricot. Dryish with great acid balance and a refreshing mineral finish

Our 2026 Riesling is made from grapes grown on Mount Riley’s Litchfield and Anderson Vineyards in Marlborough’s Wairau Valley. A growing season with moderate to warm summer temperatures gave the perfect conditions for excellent flavour development and the remarkable aromatics that this classic wine is known for. Grapes were harvested in pristine condition then crushed and destemmed. Fermentation was carried out at cool temperatures in stainless steel to achieve absolute purity of fruit.

The 2026 Marlborough vintage delivered exceptional fruit quality following a warm, dry growing season and an early harvest. Healthy canopies, low disease pressure, and favourable ripening conditions produced grapes with concentrated flavours, vibrant acidity, and excellent varietal character.

Food Pairing: Drinking well now, this wine will continue to improve and develop until 2030. Great as an aperitif or match with seafood, light meats & spicy foods.