Overview
Riesling was the first variety we planted at Lenswood in 1982 with the first small crop in 1985. Our Riesling is on the austere end of the range of Riesling styles made in Australia and as such is the logical extension of the fine, subtle long lasting wines from Eden Valley which have such an established place among the great wines of this variety.
To me the essence of our Riesling is gentle, fine floral aromatics with the palate showing great finesse and delicacy. There is a mineral element about these wines and a wonderful capacity to fill out and grow in complexity with age, free from the heavy, overt, toasty aged characters that dominate many aged Australian Rieslings.
Vintage Description
The 1997 season had a beautiful warm sunny finish and produced wines of ripeness and depth. the grapes were harvested on 21st April with high levels of flavour, sugar and acid which promised well for a wine of intensity and savoury freshness.
Aroma
Lifted, fragrant, lime blossom fruit with subtle slaty overtones.Colour
Straw with a light green tinge.Palate
Gently flavoured with the fruit elements apparent on the nose carrying through to the palate. Fine fruit with a mineral edge and a crisp finish. Even, mouthfilling, lingering flavour. The overall impression is delicate and savoury.Region
Lenswood, Adelaide HillsVariety
100% RieslingOak Maturation
NoneCellaring
Excellent ageing prospects, building in honey, lime flavours but without obvious toast or heavy ageing characters.
Food Suggestion
Ideal with seafood but can be enjoyed with a wide range of foods or on its own. Best with subtly flavoured rather than heavy foods.
Serving Suggestion
Cool. Best between 5 and 10°C.