Wine List
Mt Difficulty `Target Gully` Riesling 2011
- Country
- New Zealand
- Region
- South Island,
- Central Otago
- Producer
- Mt Difficulty Wines
- Grape(s)
- Riesling
- Type
- White
- Style
- Aromatic
- Oaked Style
- Unoaked
- Body Style
- Medium bodied
- Dry / Sweet Style
- Off dry
- Alcohol Content (%)
- 10
- Closure Style
- Screw Cap
- Organic / Biodynamic
- Normal
Region
Although small, Central Otago is a rapidly developing wine growing region with an international reputation for Pinot Noir. The only inland wine region of New Zealand and at 45 degrees, this is the world`s southernmost winemaking location. 100% pure New Zealand, cool and stunning, this outstandingly beautiful mountainous area rises to over 2000m with the vines planted amongst the spectacular alpine scenery. These vineyards are also the highest in NZ, and therefore perfect for Pinot Noir and aromatic white wines.
Producer
Boutique winery Mt Difficulty was an early pioneer in the region. With their founding vineyards established in 1992, Mt Difficulty owns some of the oldest vines and is one of the most respected producers in Central Otago. Situated on the famous Felton Road in Bannockburn, this is a unique and rare area of extremes. Mt Difficulty has harnessed this once brutal terrain to produce premium wines at the forefront of Otago`s and some say New Zealand`s, finest wine production.
Tasting (Long)
Awarded Best in Class and Trophy at the Royal Easter Show, Auckland, this fantastic wine shows why Central Otago excels with lower alcohol, moderately sweet examples, fashioned after the German style. With startling purity, a fine lime acidity and sense of alpine flowers, this medium dry wine delivers harmonious balance and fruit intensity right through the palate. Leading the way to the long awaited Riesling revival.
Tasting (Short)
With startling purity, a fine lime acidity and sense of alpine flowers, this medium dry wine delivers harmonious balance and fruit intensity right through the palate. Leading the way to the long awaited Riesling revival.
Food
Fantastic with oysters, fish marsala and blue veined cheeses.
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