Whilst there appeared to be a minor Riesling Renaissance in the Cape during the late 2000s, the variety still only accounts for much less than one percent of the vineyard area. Records tell us that Riesling was re-introduced on this historic Constantia estate in the early 1980s, with the first release being the 1985 vintage. Yet for years now, there has been little local appetite for the wine. As seen here, the ‘latest’ release might already be three or four years old before it sees the light of day. This, along with an unrealistically low price, is the reason for the vines being condemned. Instead, it should have been considered a bonus for those, like Rick, who love the variety. It’s a travesty that the wider domestic audience remained ignorant of both its quality and potential. Not just in drinking the latest vintage in its youth, but also examples which have proved to remain delicious after 20 or so years in the bottle, and a wine that is the perfect partner in a Cape climate.