Grape Variety: 100% Riesling

Growing Region: Awatere Valley, New Zealand

Winemaker: Glenn Thomas

TASTING NOTE:
Tupari takes its name from the dramatic cliffs forming the Upper Awatere Valley where the Turnbull family and pioneering Marlborough winemaker Glenn Thomas have collaborated to create wines of distinction. The Tupari Riesling block is situated on a thin terrace stretching along the top of the cliff face with magnificent valley views.

This unique 'terroir' gives this wine its distinguishing mineral character and rich flavours. Following harvest in the cool of the night, the fruit was then gently pressed juice and carefully fermented to a point with only a few grams of sugar remaining.

In the glass you has a pale straw colour with green tints. Then wine has bright citrus aromas of sweet limes and a touch of spice and elderflower. The palate shows distinct varietal characters of ripe limes and grapefruit. The wine displays mineral notes, and good fruit weight following through with complementary well-balanced acidity and a fresh, lively finish. Serve at 8C.

CELLARING POTENTIAL:
Drinking perfectly well this coming summer; and over the next 2-3 years.

SUGGESTED FOOD MATCHES:
Perfect wine match with shellfish, tempura or grilled fish, sushi and fresh salads, enjoy.

Gold - Air New Zealand Wine Awards 2010.