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One of the great things about Riesling is that you can mold it into any form you like. Want it dry? Ferment it dry. Want it sweet? You can have that, too...
John Hughes loves Riesling in all its forms and guises.
The No. 8 from Rieslingfreak is modelled off the German Kabinett style of Riesling. It's picked early to preserve the searing natural acid of young Clare Valley fruit, then has the ferment arrested just as John decrees that the balance of sugar and acid is right where he wants it.
It's sweet yet refreshing all at once. This is one of the top of the pile sweeter-styled Riesling in the country.
96 points
"It's an enchantingly pure wine, its finely honed tension making it appear drier than you'd expect, with a fine, minerally cadence, an ache of umami and a drawn-out lime sorbet finish. Superb drinking."
- Dave Brookes (Halliday Wine Companion)
96 points
"What a journey this wine takes you on...The vineyard shines here with sweetness perfectly matched to suit the character of the fruit. It’s JUST right and a demonstration as to why you need to be a freak of all things Riesling to produce wine this good. Cellar for another 20 years if you have the patience of a saint. Serve with luscious pork belly."
- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)
Price Bracket | $31 to $40 |
Type | White |
Body | Light Bodied |
Variety | Riesling |
Variety Style | ["Sweet Riesling"] |
Country | Australia |
Region | Clare Valley |
Australian State | SA |
Feature |
High Score |
Reviewed By |
Wine Pilot Halliday Wine Companion Decanter James Suckling |
Critic Score |
96 95 |
Alcohol | 8% |
Size | 750ml |
Vintage | 2024 |
Closure | Screw Cap |
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