The 2023 Dry River Craighall Riesling is a benchmark New Zealand Riesling from Martinborough, showcasing the estate’s signature style of purity, structure and age-worthiness. Sourced from the coldest, stoniest section of the Craighall vineyard, it reflects a challenging vintage handled with precision and finesse. The nose is highly aromatic and complex, offering lime zest, citrus blossom and green apple layered with notes of rock melon, white flowers and a distinctive stony minerality.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with a taut, linear structure and vibrant, "laser-like" acidity. Flavours of lemon, orchard fruit and subtle spice are balanced by a touch of residual sweetness, leading to a long, precise and mineral-driven finish. The style is focused and age-worthy, combining intensity with finesse and remarkable balance.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is one of the top-tier Rieslings from New Zealand - ideal for customers seeking a precise, mineral-driven style with serious aging potential. The 2023 vintage is especially refined and tightly structured, rewarding patience. Drink now with decanting or cellar for 10–15+ years. Perfect with seafood, spicy Asian cuisine, pork or fresh cheeses.
