2009 Riesling

Vintage Report

Spring was cooler and later than usual which delayed budburst, but with an overall fruit set that was quite good. A long run of dry, warm weather followed in the summer helping accelerate ripening. Ideal grape growing conditions continued into fall through all of September, which saw record warm temperatures and enabled a long hang-time on the vines. Harvest began on September 16 and finished November 3, with the Icewine picked just over a month later in early December. The warm autumn temperatures gave us whites with big, ripe tropical flavours and reds that show juicy tannin development.

Tasting Notes

Unoaked. Dry, aromatic and refreshing. Lovely lime and peach notes with a hint of honeysuckle.

Winemaker’s Notes