d'Arenberg The Noble Wrinkled Riesling 375ml 2023 x 12
Product Description
The Name
Grapes affected with Botrytis are small and
wrinkly, inspiring the name of this wine,
which was originally released in 1985 as
The Noble Riesling.
The Vintage
The early winter was wet, but late winter
and spring were dry. Budburst was early, but
mild weather delayed flowering. Late
spring and early summer rain filled the soil
profile for the first time in summer. High
disease and vine vigor required significant
attention. Warm, dry conditions in January
and February favoured quality. Whites show
high quality with good acidity. McLaren
Vale Chardonnay, Riesling, and Sauvignon
Blanc were harvested before the March
heatwave, while other whites and reds
benefited from it. Most premium Shiraz and
Cabernet Sauvignon were harvested before
the heatwave and show very good quality.
Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese varieties
thrived, producing excellent wines. Adelaide
Hills had low yields but high quality
Alcohol
Titratable acid
10%
10.47
The Winemaking
Botrytis Cinerea, affectionately known as
Noble Rot, weakens grape skins causing
water to evaporate which results in sweet,
concentrated flavours. These shrivelled
berries are basket pressed before a long
fermentation, resulting in a luscious wine
with intense richness and viscosity.
The Characteristics
Bright, medium gold in appearance.
Enticing aromas of lime zest, mandarin, and
honeycomb leap from the glass.
The palate delivers intense flavours of
candied lime peel, green toffee apple,
and lychee, showcasing remarkable
concentration and density.
A lively, citrus-driven acidity perfectly
balances the wine’s richness, creating
harmony and elegance.
The ideal finish to any meal.
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