Additional information
| Weight | 1.33 kg |
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2024 Mr. Mick Riesling
Retail: $18.00
Varieties: Riesling
Vintage: 2024
Country: Australia
Region: Clare Valley
Alcohol: 11.5%
Bottle size: 750 mL
Description
In the late 1960’s Clare Valley winemakers championed a product know as “Bin 5” Riesling. The wine was rich in the mid palate, with low levels of residual sugar, and notably less acidity than its partner the “Bin 7”. The Mr. Mick Riesling reflects this style, with a splash of fruit sweetness that makes it suitable for many different occasions and a broad array of cuisines.
Generous lemon and lime juice with a lavender perfume characterize this wine, made in the classic Australian style with just a touch of residual sweetness to balance the crisp natural acidity. It is a pristine wine with generous length of fruit flavour, a great example of the atypical but nevertheless outstanding 2024 vintage in Clare Valley.
Winemaking Notes
Riesling grapes were harvested at their peak flavour maturity from vineyards through the central and northern Clare Valley. After destemming and must chilling, the juice was separated from skins, clarified and fermented for 14 days at relatively low temperatures. The use of ‘free-run’ juice only ensures continuation of the true Mr. Mick style: crisp, pure and fruit driven.
Growing Conditions
Relatively cool and moderate temperatures in the five months leading into vintage, meant that the Riesling retained good natural acidity providing freshness.
Food Pairing
A wine best enjoyed now, on its own or with fresh seafood, but with some cellaring potential if kept under the right conditions.
