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Paul Cluver Dry Encounter Riesling 2018

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c. 3.6 Vivino
Est. Retail: £16.50
Avg Menu Price: £70.00
Avg Margin: +324%

Sommelier's Note

Expressive with notes of green apple, orange blossom, and delicate fynbos honey on the nose. Crisp lemon sorbet acidity balances subtle residual sweetness across a textural mid-palate.

Pairs Well With

Grilled king prawns brushed with lime, garlic, and coriander butter.

Did You Know?

Paul Clüver Family Wines was the pioneer producer in Elgin, establishing the cool-climate region for premium viticulture.

Grape / Blend

Riesling

Region

Elgin, South Africa

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Where is this wine available?

1 Location
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Blackthorn Restaurant

Savvy Score62/100
Ahaglugger, Bearna, Galway, Ireland
Last Scanned: 19 Oct 2026
££££
Bottle£70.00
Markup+324%

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