2019 Riverby Noble Riesling 375ml

95 Points Bob Campbell MW
In stock
Trophy at NZIWS. A deliciously sweet dessert Riesling, this Noble from Riverby may be NZ's most consistently awarded sticky. The secret is in the vineyards, where these old hands at Marlborough Riesling take the greatest care to select the most ripe and richly botrytised fruit. This gorgeous wine is as good as it gets anywhere for this price.
Elsewhere up to $34.99 Save $7.00 $27.99 in mixed 6+ or $30.99 per bottle

Grape

Riesling

Its Origins

A major factor in Riverby’s success is the total control over all grape production on the single estate vineyard. A significant portion of the vineyard consists of vines with considerable age and this is complemented by slightly younger vines utilising modern clones. This combination of vine age and meticulous clonal selection is readily apparent in the high quality fruit being produced. Vines were first planted in 1989; on land that had previously been used for cropping and sheep farming. Further plantings have continued over the years, until now over 70 hectares are planted out in Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Semillon, and Syrah. The most recent planting is of Gruner Veltliner. As part of Riverby’s focus on viticultural excellence, yields are kept very low and several varieties are hand picked. Sustainable grape-growing techniques are practiced throughout the whole grape-growing and winemaking cycle.

What The Critics Say

95/100 Bob Campbell MW

"Intense, luscious and very sweet dessert wine with bush honey, musk, dried apricot and crème brûlée flavours. Pure botrytis flavours don't quite mask delicious varietal characters. 10 MAR 2021." Drink 2021 - 2025

95/100 Wine Orbit, Sam Kim

"A glorious expression, the richly fragrant bouquet shows Manuka honey, dried apricot, orange marmalade and mixed spice aromas, leading to a wonderfully flavoursome palate offering outstanding concentration and lavish texture. It's unctuously sweet and gratifying. At its best: now to 2026. $35.00. 375ml. www.riverbyestate.com. Feb 2021." Drink 2021 - 2026

Variety Riesling
Region Marlborough
Closure Cap
Volume 375ml
Alcohol 10.00%
Maturity 2021 - 2026

This Wine Goes Well With

with BLUE CHEESE
with DESSERT
with STRONG CHEESE

Taste

4

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