Valli Waitaki Vineyard Riesling
Valli Waitaki Vineyard Riesling 2021
“A trio of lime/citrus aromas jump out of the glass –fresh juice, grated zest, and sorbet. These are immediately followed by more subtle aromas of ripe pineapple, sage, lemongrass, and chalk dust. The palate is punchy and round with flavours of zesty lemon, lime and spicy white pepper with a wonderful energy that sings of limestone soils. A delicious Riesling that is beautifully balanced with fresh citrus, a stony freshness and salinity that gives the wine great length. Delicious on its own or as an aperitif; it will also pair wonderfully with fresh fish, seafood, summer salads and light-medium spiced Indian or Thai cuisine. Remarkably drinkable at release, this fresh and fragrant wine will continue to develop and delight for 12+ years.” Jen Parr, October 2022
Awards and Reviews
- • 95 Points – Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Wine Reviews
- • 95 Points – Cameron Douglas MS
- • 94/100 Points – NZ Wine Rater
- • 91/100 Points – Bob Campbell MW, The Real Review
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Valli Waitaki Vineyard Riesling 2020
“Freshly squeezed lime juice, lemongrass, hints of chalk and jasmine flower on the nose awaken the palate to zesty lemon, lime and spicy white pepper with a wonderful energy that sings of limestone soils. An elegant Riesling that is beautifully balanced with bright citrus, a stony freshness and salinity that gives the wine great length. Finely detailed and lower in alcohol, this wine is delicious on its own but will also pair wonderfully with pulled pork, fresh fish, seafood, summer salads and light-medium spiced Indian or asian cuisine. Remarkably drinkable at release, this fresh and fragrant wine will continue to develop and delight for 10+ years.” Jen Parr
Awards and Reviews
- 96/100 Points – Cameron Douglas MS
- 96/100 Points – Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Wine Reviews
- 95/100 Points – 5 Stars – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
- 4.5 Stars – Michael Cooper
Valli Waitaki Vineyard Riesling 2019
Freshly squeezed lime juice, Granny Smith apple with hints of chalk and jasmine flower on the nose awaken the palate to zesty lemon, lime, spicy white pepper and incredible earthiness that sings of limestone soils. The prominent acidity is beautifully balanced with bright citrus and a round mid palate with stony freshness and salinity that gives the wine great length. Finely detailed and energetic, this wine is delicious on its own but will also pair wonderfully with fresh fish, seafood, summer salads, and light-medium spiced Indian or Thai cuisine. A fragrant and earthy wine, it will continue to develop for 10 + years showing more richness and secondary characteristics.
Valli Waitaki Vineyard Riesling 2018
"Freshly squeezed lime juice with hints of pineapple and jasmine flowers on the nose awaken the palate to zesty lime, spicy white pepper and incredible earthiness that sings of limestone soils. The prominent acidity is beautifully balanced with the highly concentrated, ripe citrus palate giving the wine great length and extreme freshness. Medium bodied and energetic, this wine is delicious on its own but will also pair wonderfully with fresh fish, seafood, summer salads, and light-medium spiced Indian or Thai cuisine. A fragrant and earthy wine, it will continue to develop for 10 + years showing more richness and secondary characteristics."
Awards and Reviews:
- 95/100 Points – 5 Stars - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
- 93/100 Points - Bob Campbell MW
- 92/100 Points – Nick Stock – JamesSuckling.com
- 5 Stars – 19/20 – Raymond Chan
- 5 Stars – Michael Cooper, Winestate Magazine
Valli Waitaki Vineyard Riesling 2017
"Freshly squeezed lime juice with hints of rock melon and jasmine flowers on the nose awaken the palate to zesty lime, spicy white pepper and incredible earthiness that sings of limestone soils. The prominent acidity is beautifully balanced with the ripe citrus giving the wine great length and extreme freshness. This is a naturally lower alcohol Riesling that is delicious as an aperitif but will also pair wonderfully with fresh fish, seafood, summer salads, and light-medium spiced Indian or Thai cuisine. A fragrant and earthy wine, it will continue to develop for 10 + years showing more richness and secondary characteristics."
Awards and Reviews
- 94 Points - 5 Stars - Wine Orbit
- 18.5+/20 - 5 Stars - Raymond Chan
Valli Waitaki Vineyard Riesling 2016
"Freshly squeezed lime juice and lemon zest with jasmine flowers on the nose awaken the palate to flavours of rich citrus, ripe apple and incredible limey acidity which ives the wine great length. This Riesling is exquisitely balanced and wonderful on its own, but it will also pair beautifully with summer salads, fresh fish, seafood, and light-medium spiced Indian or Thai cuisine. A fresh and fragrant young wine, it will continue to develop for 10 + years showing more richness and secondary characteristics."
Valli Waitaki Vineyard Riesling 2013
“Bursting with floral stone fruit notes: white peach, nectarine and honeysuckle. A little residual sweetness makes entry on the palate rich and full, but this is immediately reigned in by the region’s characteristic acidity. The palate becomes a battle for dominance between acidity and sweetness, which seems to go on forever carrying flavours with it. In true Waitaki style, this wine is all about tension and balance.”