This vintage reminds of a great role actor; plays the part and doesn't stand out other than a most excellent interpretation. Classic Riesling aromatics that are transforming over to a bouquet of light petrol, lime citrus, and a flinty steely core. The palate is full and rich with bright mouthwatering acidity. There are notes of white peach, grapefruit, sweet clover, and yellow blossoms. The floral and herbal undercurrent so typical of this vineyard lingers on with petrol and smoky notes.
Growing Conditions
2014's growing season was a little slow off the mark, with a cold spring that delayed budbreak. Unseasonably cool in the summer, we had slow maturation of both whites and reds. The year was looking very favourable for fresh whites with cool-climate character, then a very warm September / October arrived to finally mature the reds. Picking very late in the fall rewarded us with fully ripe reds with beautiful acidity and red fruit character.
Details
- Varieties
- Riesling
- Vintage
- 2014
- Body
- light
- Region
- VQA Vinemount Ridge
- Winemaker
- J-L Groux / Charles Baker
- Alcohol
- 10.5%
- Bottle size
- 750 mL
- Serving Temperature
- 16 °C
- Drinking Window
- 2018 - 2024
- Harvest Date
- October 17, 2014
- Cooperage
- None
