Malvilla Late Harvest Riesling

Sweet wine that still feels alive, not sleepy. That’s the whole point of a late harvest Riesling, you get that ripe, sticky-fruit intensity, then Riesling’s natural acidity swoops in and keeps every sip clean and moreish.

Malvilla’s Late Harvest Riesling from Chile is the kind of bottle you open when you want dessert vibes without committing to actual dessert. It’s also a sneaky power move with spicy food, because a touch of sweetness plus bright acidity calms the heat and amps the flavour.

• Appearance: Pale gold with a glossy shine.
• Nose: Apricot jam, honey, and peach, with a little citrus peel brightness.
• Palate: Lush stone fruit up front, then a crisp, lemony lift that keeps it balanced and easy to keep pouring.
• Body: Medium-bodied, rounded, and gently sticky in the best way.
• Finish: Long and fruity, with honeyed notes lingering alongside a clean, citrusy snap.

Food pairing: Thai green curry, blue cheese or aged cheddar, and peach tart (or anything with baked fruit and vanilla).

If you like Moscato but want something with more backbone and freshness, late harvest Riesling is the upgrade. It keeps the crowd-pleasing fruit, but brings a brighter, more “grown-up” shape to the sip.

This style is also a clutch fridge bottle for hosting. One person wants something sweet, someone else wants something “wine-y,” and you don’t feel like playing referee. Pour this and let everyone be right.

Try it lightly chilled, then watch how it changes as it warms up in the glass. You’ll get more honey and ripe fruit as it opens, which makes the last pour even better than the first.

Fun Fact: “Late harvest” means the grapes are left on the vine longer than usual, so they naturally concentrate their sugars and flavours before the wine is even made.