Seifried Winemakers Collection Nelson Sweet Agnes Riesling 2019
New Zealand, Nelson
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Description
The Seifried Winemakers Collection Nelson Sweet Agnes Riesling is pure and powerful. The nose has mandarin peel and floral notes, while the palate is luscious with bright fruit balanced by natural acidity. Succulent fruit sweetness wraps around the crisp acid backbone leaving a long, exceptionally generous finish - the perfect way to finish a meal. Enjoy!
Awards
Gold New Zealand International Wine Show
Gold AWC Vienna
Gold San Francisco International Wine Competition
Silver London Wine Competition
Silver International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC)
Silver Asia International Wine Competition
Certifications
Alcohol
10.5%
Analytical data
sweet/dessert
Vineyard
The 2019 vintage of Sweet Agnes Riesling comes from our Edens Road Vineyard. It is bordered by the Wairoa River and is notable for its exceptionally stony soil structure. The free draining soil is very harsh on vineyard equipment but vital for holding the warmth of the Nelson sun and for ripening grapes.
Winemaker
Heidi Seifried Houghton & Chris Seifried
Vinification
100% Riesling fruit are hand selected at the peak of ripeness, with a large portion of the fruit shrivelled and raisined by natural dehyrdration. Gentle pressing releases a concentrated intensely flavoured juice. Grapes are picked, pressed and fermented in batches as grapes are selected during several passes through the vineyard. Fermentation is initiated immediately and lasts around 3 weeks. The young ferments are monitored and tasted regularly prior to blending and bottling in summer 2020.