COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Flat Rock Cellars
REGION
Niagara Peninsula
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Flat Rock Cellars, located in the Niagara Peninsula, is renowned for its focus on cool-climate varietals, specifically Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling. The 2021 Flat Rock Cellars Riesling is a prime example of their 'Estate' tier, crafted to be a fruit-forward and approachable expression of the grape. Sourced from their estate vineyards on the Twenty Mile Bench, a VQA appellation, this wine is celebrated for offering excellent value and a true reflection of its distinctive terroir. The producer aims to create wines that are both easy-drinking and showcase the unique characteristics of their region.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Flat Rock Cellars specializes in cool-climate varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling.
Fact 02
The wine hails from the Twenty Mile Bench, a VQA appellation within Niagara Peninsula.
Fact 03
The 2021 vintage was awarded a notable 91-point rating by Wines In Niagara.
Fact 04
This Riesling is part of the 'Foundation Series', known for its exceptional value.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Flat Rock Cellars' philosophy for their Riesling involves harvesting grapes from their estate vineyards on the Twenty Mile Bench at the precise moment to achieve an optimal balance between acidity and flavor development, carefully avoiding both underripe and overripe characteristics. While specific details for the 2021 vintage's vinification are not provided, this approach ensures the wine expresses the grape's inherent freshness and the unique terroir of the region.
