2023 Vinework Riesling

Riesling (100%)

2023

Western Australia

The growing season began with a late budburst after a relatively cold winter with reasonable rainfall. The cool, wet spring which followed meant an extended flowering period for early bloomers, but with good fruit-set for most varieties resulting in yields which were generally higher than average. There was a complete lack of Marri blossom leading up to and during harvest which meant that bird pressure was extreme. Bird-netting and monitoring was vital this season! A very dry, mild summer offered perfect ripening conditions and harvest began mid-February. There wasn’t any significant rain to speak of at all throughout the white harvest, The Vinework Riesling was harvested in order to preserve natural acidity, freshness and vibrancy. In summary, 2023 will be remembered as an excellent vintage in the Great Southern, WA.

Pale straw.

The bouquet of this vibrant Riesling has an array of lime zest, lemon grass, beeswax and ginger with delicate rose petal florals notes.

The palate is moreish with a driving natural acidity complemented by a lovely depth of flavour, minerality and supple phenolics. Primary flavours of lemon/lime, pear and green apple drive the profile of this Riesling with a subtle and complex sweet spice influence. Overall, this Riesling shows classic Great Southern minerality with beautiful fruit dive and a long waxy, dry textured finish.

12.7%

750ml

3.05

The Riesling was harvested in the cold of night and pressed gently to maintain purity and freshness. After settling the batch was fermented in tank at a cool temperature using an aromatic yeast strain to preserve the primary fruit characteristics.