Jordan The Real McCoy Riesling 2012

Name: Jordan The Real McCoy Riesling 2012
Brand: Jordan
SKU: 32338

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

Ideal with Thai curries, Chilli Prawns, Seafood Curries or Sushi.

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variety : Weisser Riesling [ 100% Weisser Riesling ]

winery : Jordan Wine Estate

winemaker : Gary & Kathy Jordan

wine of origin : Stellenbosch

analysis : alc : 12.5 % vol rs : 9.5 g/l pH : 3.0 ta : 6.5 g/l

type : White style : Off Dry body : Light

pack : Bottle closure : Screwcap

AWARDS

International Wine and Spirits Competition 2013 - Silver
Novare SA Terrior Wine Awards 2013: Stellenbosch District - Top Reisling
Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2013 - Bronze
Decanter World Wine Awards 2013 - Bronze

in the vineyard : Spectacular panoramic views of Stellenbosch and Cape Town, cool hillside vineyards planted to classic varieties, and a modern family-run winery have combined to produce distinctive wines displaying the ripe concentrated fruity accessibility of the New World, with the complex elegance of classic wine styles.

The Weisser Riesling was harvested from 25 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 28th February 2012 at 21.0° B

in the cellar : The Riesling was 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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