Taylors Winemaker’s Project Botrytis Riesling 2011
The rather fraught weather conditions of 2011 played their hand with this wine. Grapes normally destined for Taylors flagship St Andrews Riesling developed botrytis cinerea, a fungi that basically removes water from the grape, leaving a higher concentration of sugar.
So, the result is an altogether aromatic profile, blossom, mandarin and peel. It is actually quite delicate, some botrytis styles can be rather over-unctuous, this has hints of marmalade, and a creamy layered texture to it.
Good acidity and a great finish. Perfect for dessert, the rule of thumb is sweet with sweet, and your wine should be sweeter than the dessert served. I’d suggest passionfruit pavlova. 92 – Very Good
Source: Sample
Price: $22
Alcohol: 10%
Closure: Screwcap
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