Saint Clair Awatere Valley Reserve Noble Riesling 2013

The salty tang from nearby Clifford Bay has found its way into this wine, which has an intense, edgy saline thread running through it. Layers of apricot and baked apple, racy acidity and a firm texture play important roles.

• Dessert wine
• Marlborough - New Zealand
• NZ$25-$30
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