Riesling 2018 – Black Market Deal #41714
- Light, aromatic
- Grampians
This producer is not afraid to be different, nestling themselves among just a handful of producers in the region. Their wines showcase skill, seemingly effortless yet confidently complex. A portion of the best juice from the two estate vineyards was fermented in French oak- not something you see often with riesling- but it has worked so well to elevate the wine. The remainder was cool fermented in stainless steel, so you don’t miss out on striking citrusy crispness. Think honeysuckle and pears with a touch of waxiness on the palate. There’s magnificent balance between the acidity and weight, with just a touch of residual sugar to find that tension. I might sound like Goldilocks, but this wine really is just right.
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Full price $30.00 from the producer.
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Specs
- Region
- Grampians
- Vintage
- 2018
- Cellaring
- 2028
- Preservatives
- sulphites
- Alcohol by Vol.
- 12.0%
- Closure
- Screwcap
- Bottle Vol
- 750mL
- Blend Info
- ―
- Serving Temp.
- 8.0°C
Region
Grampians
The Grampians wine region is a tiny appellation, and has certainly earned its individuality since the first vines were planted there in 1862. Industry stalwarts such as Best's and Seppelt have stood since the gold rush era, and boast extensive underground cellars thanks to the miners' skills. The region is best known for its spicy, ageworthy Shiraz, but Best's also maintain a tiny patch of the oldest Pinot Meunier in the world - the 'Old Vines' Pinot Meunier makes sommeliers go nuts (P.S. their 'Young Vines' are still 30-40 years of age!).