Pegasus Bay - Riesling Waipara 2007 (750ml) Aconcagua Valley

Pegasus Bay - Riesling Waipara 2007 (750ml) Aconcagua ValleyThe Donaldson Family have been seriously involved in viticulture and winemaking for almost 50 years. Founder Ivan Donaldson planted one of Canterburys first vineyards in 1976 and went on to establish Pegasus Bay in 1986 with his wife Christine. It is a true family business, with the second generation now actively involved. THE WINE Shimmering pale gold, the nose is full, with lush aromas of citrus blossom, elderflower and green apple, meshed with

with complex aromas of cedar

At harvest the grapes are picked by hand in the early morning

It’s definitely dry (extra brut) and also happens to be vegan

The palate is generous

Lanessan offers up a mix of black cherry

It is made from selected grapes which are left to dry on racks in specially ventilated rooms until the end of winter

It’s a grounded but fluid Châteauneuf du Pape

The blend also includes a couple barrels each of acacia

to be enjoyed chilled on a platter of charcuterie (cold meats

The wine is so soft and silky on the palate where ripper blueberry pie

A burst of orange zest marks the lengthy finish

enhanced this phenomenon and helped the skins and pips to reach