Forrest Botrytised Riesling 375ml 2018 wwe Almost 20 years in the

Almost 20 years in the making

One of the common features of these sites is the concentration of manganese in the soils that delivers an unmistakable mineral core to the wine

The Bessins have just over two hectares here

as they were more susceptible to disease and so helped to indicate when the vineyard needed treating

almond finish

Forrest Botrytised Riesling 375ml 2018 wwe Almost 20 years in theRiesling in Marlborough is like the forgotten sister trapped in the dungeon, Cinderella style. No need for a fairy godmother, though, just some botrytis to turn it into golden goodness, especially at Forrest. Plenty of the distinctive dusty spice of botrytis in this sweet delight, too. Orange marmalade fruit, orange syrup, and this expansive plumpness and creamy edges. Its a bit syrupy but also delicious in its orangey sweet sour contrasts.