Pegasus Bay
BEL CANTO Dry Riesling 2020 750ml

With its large diurnal range and long lingering autumns, North Canterbury is an ideal playground for Riesling, and Bel Canto is a perfect example of this.  This wine is part of our reserve series, which we only make in exceptional years that are favourable for the development of noble botrytis.  

Upon release it is lemon-straw in colour.  An enticing array of aromas swell from the glass, orange zest, quince, and melon, supported by beeswax, blossom, sweet spices and a touch of flint.  The palate is full bodied and richly textured, with a pleasing mouthfeel and ripe phenolics that add structure and length.  While concentrated, the wine still possesses a fresh and lively tension, it’s refreshing acidity delivering a long harmonious finish.