Jordan Riesling 2005

Intense lemon-lime flavours. A crisp fruitiness makes it a superb partner with food. Hints of spiciness adds to its intrigue.


variety : Riesling [ 100% Riesling ]
winemaker : Gary & Kathy Jordan
wine of origin : Stellenbosch
analysis : alc : 12.5 % vol  rs : 5.3 g/l  pH : 3.03  ta : 5.7 g/l  
type : White  style : Off Dry  body : Light  
pack : Bottle  closure : Screwcap  

in the vineyard : The Weisser Riesling was harvested from 23 year old (Geisenheim clone 239) unirrigated vineyards, situated on decomposed granite soils, 300m above sea level.

about the harvest: The grapes were hand-harvested on 25th February 2005.

in the cellar : The Riesling was harvested at 21.9° B and tank fermented at 15° C. Once the perfect balance between fruit and acidity was reached, the fermentation was stopped to retain a hint of natural residual sugar.

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