2022 Felton Road Bannockburn Riesling
$49.00
(1 In Stock)
Riesling from Block 4 of The Elms vineyard was carefully hand-picked, whole bunch pressed, settled for 5-9 days before racking, then fermented with indigenous yeasts. The 4 week fermentation was stopped by chilling when the optimal balance was achieved between the acidity, alcohol and residual sugar (55g/L). Careful winemaking with minimal processing highlights the crisp natural acidity and the Riesling characters are delicately poised in the low alcohol of 9.0%.
A delicate nose of spice, mineral and subtle stone fruit deceives for what is about to come. On first taste, one is struck by the sheer intensity of ripe peach and nectarine that coats the mouth and seamlessly integrates with the residual sugar. It’s a real battle between the profound flavor and residual sweetness that makes it hard to think of it as a sweet wine: the persuasiveness of the flavor takes center stage. A refreshing lick of acidity kicks in to harmonise and allow the complete package to linger for minutes.
Blair Walter - Winemaker
JAMESSUCKLING.COM
James Suckling
December 2023
92 Points
A medium-sweet riesling sliced pears lychee fruitIt's medium- to full-bodied with attractive light topical fruit and peaches From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink now. Screw cap