2008 Sue-Ann Staff Semi-Dry Riesling

This wine was the clear favourite and the highest rated Riesling from International Riesling Day 2022. With a stunning 95pts, this wine displayed maturity, balance and complexity at a level that I rarely experience. The sugar level has integrated throughout the years leaving behind any heavy and sweet flavours. The slight petroleum has a proper place, the weight is at a perfect level, and the flinty minerality is shining. The flavours of blood orange, apricot, key lime and Meyer lemon are dominant and well-integrated with lavender honey and apple crumble. This wine continued to evolve for a good 5 hours, making for great conversations and a lengthy sensory experience. (CWC, 02/2022).