Vineyard: Red Rock and Dry Creek Vineyards, Lillooet BC
The 2022 Fort Berens Dry Riesling fruit was 100% sourced from select rows in our Dry Creek and Red Rock estate vineyards. After hand harvesting the grapes in October, a small portion was pressed and naturally fermented in neutral oak barrels. The rest of the grapes were destemmed and left on the skins for 12 hours before pressing to extract the best flavours, then fermented in stainless steel. After a long and cold fermentation, the wine had 4 months lees contact to enhance the aromatics and mouthfeel. The wine was fermented to dry, producing a fresh and lively Riesling.
Fresh and mouth-watering, this Dry Riesling has aromas of tropical fruit, orange blossom, lemon zest, and pear. On the palate find distinct minerality with a rich and rounded mouthfeel.
Pair this food-friendly wine with chicken dishes, sashimi, or grilled peppers.
This age-worthy wine can be enjoyed now or cellared until 2026.