Tantalus Vineyards Estate Grown Tantalus Riesling 2008

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VQA Okanagan Valley, Canada
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Natalie's Score: 88/100 Community Score: 4.4/5 Community Reviews: 3 Add My Review Product #: 802280 Wine Type: White Wine Add to my...CellarFavouritesShopping ListWish ListWine Lists	Price: $22.90 Alcohol: 13% Organic wine Drink: 2009-2014 Sweetness: Medium Dry Bottle size: 750 ml Winery: Tantalus Vineyards

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Tasting note:

Superb and enticing aromas of lime, hazelnut, cornmeal and green apples. Fantastic balance and persistence of flavours. Quivering delight in its lovely suspension between mouth-watering acidity and ripe fruit flavours. Food matches: charcuterie, seafood, shellfish, soft cheeses, roast turkey, ham.

Reviewed January 6, 2010 by Natalie MacLean

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It is often said that Riesling is the most versatile of the white grape varieties and when made in the dry style it truly becomes a wine for all occasions. Our 2008 vintage is endlessly refreshing when enjoyed on its own. Its ample concentration and structure will also satisfy those looking for a white wine capable of pairing with a multitude of cuisines. An aromatic bouquet,lively citrus and passion fruit flavors suffused with clean, juicy acidity define this cool vintage wine. The 2008 growing season saw us transition to organic vineyard practices, a big step considering the safety nets of conventional farming no longer apply. Long stretches of sunshine were frequently punctuated by light winds and cooler daytime temperatures. As a result picking was delayed to allow the extra hang time necessary to properly ripen the fruit. Once the harvest started we were blessed by sunshine and warm temperatures, a welcome bonus for our vineyard team. Prolonged ferments at low temperatures, followed by early bottling insure the subtle flavor nuances of this vintage were retained. Technical Data Alcohol: 13.2% pH: 2.98 Residual Sugar: 14 g/L Total Acidity: 11.1 g/L Picking Date: October 15 -19, 2008 Variety: 100% Estate Grown Riesling Production: 1350 Cases

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Serve this wine between 55-60 degrees Farenheit or 12-16 degrees Celsius. Tip: If your bottle is at room temperature, put it in ice water for about 30 minutes or in the fridge for about three hours to chill it.

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