Mount Horrocks Cordon Cut
A luscious white dessert wine, bursting with ripe lime, mandarin, and fragrant honeysuckle notes
Mount Horrocks `Cordon Cut` Clare Valley Riesling from Australia is an exquisite sweet white dessert wine crafted from Riesling grapes. The unique 'Cordon Cut' vinification process involves cutting vine canes to allow grapes to naturally concentrate on the vine, resulting in intense flavour and richness. It is fragrant with aromas of honeysuckle, orange peel, and a hint of cinnamon. The palate is lively, offering notes of ripe lime and mandarin, beautifully balanced by bright acidity and natural sweetness. Certified organic, this wine is also suitable for vegans and vegetarians. It pairs wonderfully with mild cheeses, spicy cuisine, or as a delightful aperitif.
37.5CL , 12.2% ABV , Vintage: 2023
Vinification
'Cordon Cut' refers to a complex, highly risky process requiring both skill and experience, which involves cutting the vine canes when the grapes are ripe, allowing the remaining fruit to concentrate and raisin naturally on the vine. This results in intense flavour and richness. The decision to pick is made by Stephanie, and is based on the appearance and taste of the fruit, and her intimate knowledge of the process.
Flavour profile
This exquisite sweet white Riesling offers a fragrant bouquet of honeysuckle, orange peel, and a hint of cinnamon. On the palate, it delivers a lively burst of ripe lime and mandarin, beautifully balanced by its natural sweetness and bright acidity, leading to a rich, concentrated finish.
Serving recommendation
Serve well chilled at 10-12°C. No decanting required, enjoy immediately.