The 2025 Poppies Martinborough Late Harvest Riesling is a beautifully balanced dessert-style Riesling from Martinborough, New Zealand, inspired by the elegance of Mosel Spätlese wines. Crafted with 60g/L of residual sugar and just 7.5% alcohol, it offers remarkable purity and freshness rather than overt sweetness. The nose is delicately aromatic with citrus blossom, sweet lime, white flowers and subtle stony mineral notes.
On the palate, it is light-bodied with vibrant natural acidity that perfectly balances its gentle sweetness. Flavours of lemon, lime, nectarine and green apple are layered with hints of jasmine and a fine mineral edge, creating a wine that is succulent, refreshing and exceptionally moreish. Its poise and precision make it equally enjoyable as an aperitif or paired with food, with the potential to develop beautifully over the next 10–15 years.
Ben's Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding choice for customers who enjoy delicately sweet Riesling with exceptional balance, freshness and finesse. Pair it with spicy Thai or Vietnamese dishes, fresh fruit desserts, soft blue cheeses or simply enjoy it as a refreshing aperitif. Serve well chilled and enjoy now, or cellar through the next decade to appreciate its graceful evolution.
