Forrest Botrytised Riesling 375ml 2018 domaine-de-cristol this fine example is raised

this fine example is raised in large wooden barrels and concrete vats for five months

fine leather

Intense bouquet of complex dark red fruits

and the wine sees around 11 months on full lees in barrel

peach and apricot pits

Forrest Botrytised Riesling 375ml 2018 domaine-de-cristol this fine example is raisedRiesling 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.