Description
John Hughes has a deep love of Riesling.
His unwavering commitment to it has seen him become one of the country's finest artisanal producers of the variety.
This is his Eden Valley Riesling. The fruit is sourced from three vineyards between Eden Valley and Flaxman’s Valley.
It's made in a dry style, looking to capture the sublime characters of these brilliant vineyards. The quality is clear, the expression is pure.
This is Eden Valley Riesling in top form. A deadset bargain for any Riesling fan.
97 points & No.8 in Top 100 Australian Wines of 2024
"The level of finesse and refinement is incredible. The nose gives aromas of lemon pith, grapefruit rind, slate and fresh herbs. The palate is laser-focused with a underlying mineral tension, showing notes of mandarins, rosewater and chalk. Complete purity. Drink or hold. Screw cap."
- James Suckling
95 points
"Tight and high-toned, as all Eden Valley riesling should be, with Bickford's lime cordial and Tahitian limes at its base. Hints of orange blossom, crushed quartz, lemongrass and stone with a light, balanced sheen of phenolics and a febrile sense of urgency as it careens across the palate, finishing fine and long."
- Dave Brookes (Haliiday Wine Companion)
95 points
"Pale colour. A stunning nose, lifted perfume of lime curd, green apple, pear, musky, honeysuckle and a hint of rose. Fresh and sapid, with lemon sherbet, lime, passionfruit and a fine, loose-knit chalky texture. Sublime balance, texture and an indelible line of acidity. A beautiful expression of Eden Valley grace."
- Andrew Caillard & Angus Hughson (The Vintage Journal)
Customer Reviews
Price Bracket | $30 or Less |
Type | White |
Sub Type |
Riesling | Dry |
Body | Light Bodied |
Variety | Riesling |
Country | Australia |
Region | Eden Valley |
Australian State | SA |
Feature |
High Score |
Reviewed By |
Wine Pilot Halliday Wine Companion The Vintage Journal Decanter The Real Review James Suckling |
Critic Score |
94 95 97 |
Size | 750ml |
Vintage | 2024 |
Closure | Screw Cap |
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