92pts Decanter

"From a vineyard in the Gabilan Mountains comes Marietta's dry Riesling of the Cienega Valley. A nice balance of savoury character and bright fruits; aromas of briny sea air mingle with crushed chalk, Keffir lime leaves, and citrus peel. The palate is bright, lively and textured—oyster shell, apricot skin and fresh mint flavours. The finish is long, lifted and alive.."

Winemaker Notes

Nadi is an homage to Scot's partner Lisa, who creates as naturally and ceaselessly as she breathes, brightening all around her. Her path from Germany to India, Africa, and California is strewn with beauty. This Dry Riesling comes from a special vineyard in the Cienega Valley appellation inland of Monterey, California. These old, dry farmed, head pruned vines produce a small but concentrated crop. This wine shows white peach and apricot on the nose with an oyster shell minerality and waxy honeycomb aromas to provide depth and complexity. Long and mouth coating richness gives way to a tingly, lemon tart sensation before finally leaving the palate clean and fresh. It is bone dry yet generous, with exceptional clarity and verve befitting its namesake.