Forrest Botrytised Riesling 375ml 2018 domaine-de-cristol and the wine sees around

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

fine leather

Has beautiful peppery violet fragrances with stacks of red fruit

It has a long finish

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

Forrest Botrytised Riesling 375ml 2018 domaine-de-cristol and the wine sees aroundRiesling 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.