Pegasus Bay Aged Release Riesling 2014

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Presenting a late-release Riesling from New Zealand’s most-exciting producer Pegasus Bay. This carefully cellared vintage showcases the remarkable ageing potential of Riesling, developing layers of depth while retaining its vibrant acidity and aromatic precision. With several years of bottle age, the 2014 Aged Release offers a beautifully evolved expression, combining primary fruit with intriguing secondary notes.

Pegasus Bay Winery is a family-owned estate established in the 1980s by Ivan Donaldson, a pioneer of the Waipara Valley wine scene. Today, the winery is managed by his family, who continue to uphold a reputation for crafting premium wines that express the unique terroir of the region. Pegasus Bay is known for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking, allowing each wine to reflect the distinct characteristics of its vineyard. Their Rieslings, in particular, are highly regarded, often celebrated for their ability to age gracefully while developing complexity and depth over time.

The Waipara Valley, located on New Zealand’s South Island, provides an ideal terroir for Riesling. Sheltered by the Southern Alps, the region experiences a dry, sunny climate with cool nights, which helps to preserve the natural acidity in the grapes while allowing them to develop intense flavours. The vineyard soils are a mix of clay and limestone, contributing to the wine’s distinctive minerality and structure. The grapes for the 2014 vintage were carefully hand-picked and fermented slowly at cool temperatures to retain their aromatic purity. Following fermentation, the wine was left to mature in the bottle for several years, allowing it to evolve and gain complexity.

Pegasus Bay Aged Release Riesling 2014 Vintage

A gentle spring, followed by a warm, sun-soaked summer, and an early autumn provided ideal conditions for perfectly ripened fruit. Late autumn rains introduced a touch of noble botrytis, adding an extra layer of richness and intensity to the wine while preserving its vibrant varietal character. The result is a wine that beautifully balances opulence and precision, showcasing a complex spectrum of flavours with remarkable depth and concentration, all while maintaining its purity and elegance.

Harvested in May, the grapes were carefully selected and gently pressed to preserve their delicate qualities. The juice underwent a slow, cool fermentation, designed to retain the vibrant fruit characteristics and maintain the wine’s varietal purity. Throughout the winemaking process—from fermentation to bottling—meticulous care was taken to retain a touch of the wine’s natural carbon dioxide. This subtle effervescence enhances its refreshing crispness and may present a slight spritzig when first poured, adding a lively, sparkling texture to the initial sip.

Pegasus Bay Aged Release Riesling 2014 Tasting Notes

This wine bursts with abundant aromas and vibrant flavours, led by juicy white-fleshed peaches, ripe nectarines, and an enticing bouquet of citrus blossoms, particularly orange, mandarin, and lime. Subtle floral hints of jasmine and exotic lychee add complexity and intrigue to the aromatic profile. On the palate, it is both concentrated and mouth-filling, offering a rich yet refined experience. Despite its off-dry finish, the wine remains beautifully balanced, thanks to a core of tangy minerality and lively acidity. These elements work in harmony to extend the elegant, lingering aftertaste, leaving a refreshing and poised impression with every sip.

Food pairing suggestion: Korean fried chicken Dry red curry of kingfish

Pegasus Bay Aged Release Riesling 2014- Product Information

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ABV

13.5%

Flavours

Lime, Lychee, Mandarin, Peach, Citrus blossoms, Jasmine, Orange, Ripe nectarine

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