d'Arenberg The Stumps Jumps Riesling 2023 x 12
Product Description
The Winemaking
The grapes used in this wine underwent
gentle crushing, temperature controlled
fermentation and basket pressing prior to
bottling.
Chief Winemaker Chester Osborn
The Vintage
The cool, wet 2022 winter filled the subsoil,
while spring’s heavy rainfall impacted yields.
Shaded basal buds and reduced fruitfulness
from the previous season resulted in small
yields. Mild, dry summer caused late
veraison. Despite a week of intense heat
in February, most vines survived. Riesling
started three weeks late, and McLaren
Vale Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc
ripened with low yields due to the heat wave.
Autumn was mild, and red grape harvest
followed McLaren Vale Chardonnay, with
variable, mostly low yields. Fiano, Marsanne,
Roussanne, and Viognier ripened alongside
the reds. Only 100 tonnes of red varieties
remained by Easter, with low yields in
Adelaide Hills Chardonnay and Pinot. Dry
white Chardonnay vineyards were used for
sparkling wine, promising a great year.
The Wine
This bright Riesling offers a remarkable
experience with its crisp character, balanced
by zesty acidity. Notes of green apple and
lemon on the palate provide a slightly sweet
yet crisp finish. A touch of sweetness, and a
rich, juicy flavour profile, with fine acidity
providing a sharp crispness to the finish.
Great value for it’s price point.
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