Pegasus Bay Bel Canto Dry Riesling 2023
Pegasus Bay have an illustrious history with Riesling and would have to be considered as one of New Zealand's very top Riesling producers. From vines that are now over 30 years old, Bel Canto is Pegasus Bay's dry Riesling offers a wonderfully rich, complex and luscious palate. Flavours of ripe citrus, apricot and ginger with refreshing acidity and a dry finish.
After an extended hang time, the bunches were hand selected with a portion of botrytis and a ripeness of approximately 25.5 Brix. After gentle pressing, the free run juice was then fermented slowly in stainless steel tanks at a cool temperature. At all stages, the wine was handled very carefully to help retain a little of its natural carbon dioxide. This has resulted in a small amount of spritzig, which adds extra liveliness to the wine.