COLOUR
White
TYPE
Dessert
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Gardo Morris Wines
REGION
Canterbury
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gardo Morris Noble Riesling 2017 is a white wine from the Waipara sub-region of Canterbury, New Zealand, made from 100% Riesling grapes. Gardo Morris Wines, founded by Frida Gårdö and Benjamin Morris, focuses on organic viticulture. Benjamin Morris, an oenologist, brings expertise in organic production to their winemaking. The winery is based in Sweden, with the founders spending significant time in New Zealand during harvest and production. This wine is unique for its concentrated sweetness balanced by acidity, a characteristic influenced by the estate's commitment to organic practices and the specific terroir of Canterbury.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The wine is bottled in a 375ml half-bottle format, perfect for dessert servings.
Fact 02
Gardo Morris Wines is committed to organic certification for all its wines.
Fact 03
The founders, Frida and Benjamin, met in New Zealand over 20 years ago.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Gardo Morris Noble Riesling 2017 is produced from 100% Riesling grapes grown in Canterbury, New Zealand. Gardo Morris Wines emphasizes organic viticulture in its production methods. Benjamin Morris, an oenologist specializing in organic production, oversees aspects of the winemaking. The specific techniques employed aim to capture the varietal characteristics of Riesling and the expression of the Canterbury terroir. The wine is bottled in a 375ml format.
