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Peter Lehmann Wigan Riesling 2008
Eden Valley, South Australia, AustraliaThe Masters series represent the very best at Lehmann. Each is an original Barossa classic, crafted for the long haul and released with significant bottle age and each Master series wine is named after a person or event that is central to the Peter Lehmann story. In the case of the 'Wigan' riesling, the moniker refers to chief winemaker Andrew Wigan, mentored by Peter Lehmann, and someone who has been at the winery since its inception in 1979. Shallow rocky soils in the cool Eden Valley provide the backdrop for this highly decorated wine named 'Best Riesling in the World' by International Wine and Sprit Competition six times since 1991. The 'Wigan' is released as a five year old wine hitting the shelves with a rich, aged character. The 2008 is the best yet according to Andrew Wigan who thinks it has the tools to become a sensational bottle of Eden Valley riesling. The nose is awash in juicy lime aromas with hints of buttered toast. The palate is pure riesling with those electric riesling flavours and zesty minerality. With power, finesse and style it will only get better for the next decade or two. Wigan comes off a single vineyard owned by the Stanton family near Craneford in the southern Eden Valley. Tasted: 30 March 2014Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:| BC | $35.00 | 750ml | Firefly Wines |
| ON | $40.00 | 750ml |
Grape: RieslingCSPC: 152421
