Deetlefs Weisser Riesling 2005

Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2006 - Silver
Swiss International Air Lines Wine Awards 2006 - Seal of Approval
Semi-sweet wine with typical Riesling character. Pleasantly crisp freshness, with floral and spicy aromas, smooth on the palate, with a hint of sweetness.

Meat: Cold roast pork and duck. Chinese food. Cape Malay chicken, beef or lamb curries and breyani. Spicy Sichuan – style dishes and Thai green curries.Fish: North Indian fish curries, lobster, smoked mackerel.Herbs: Mustard, capersSide dishes: Beetroot, green olives and sun dried tomatoes.

variety : Weisser Riesling [ 100% Weisser Riesling ]
winery : Deetlefs Estate
winemaker : Kobus Deetlefs
wine of origin : Rawsonville
analysis : alc : 12.50 % vol  rs : 20.8 g/l  ta : 6.20 g/l  
type : White  style : Off Dry  body : Light  taste : Fragrant  
pack : Bottle  

AWARDS
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2006 - Silver (80/100)
Swiss International Air Lines Wine Awards 2006 - Seal of Approval

ageing : Excellent now, but portrays good development potential.

in the vineyard : Rootstock: Jaquez
Clone: n/a
Plant Date: 1984
Hectares: 2.5 ha
Average Ton / Ha: 12 t/ha
Trellising System: 4-wire vertical Perold
Irrigation System: Micro

about the harvest: Grapes were picked early in the morning to ensure optimum flavour retention.

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