The Wine Front – Apple, lime, fennel, a little parmesan rind. Juicy, saline, cheese rind, nutty and kind of juicy, with some chalk dust grip, more of that nutty stuff, bright acidity, but fleshy too, with a whole lot of weight and lime zest on a finish of excellent length. Excellent. Frankland River via Rheinhessen. Complex and so good to drink. Gary Walsh, The Wine Front April 2023
James Halliday – Fine acidity, luscious fruit (in a riesling context), texture and length. What more do you desire? There is more: a little tug of phenolics, the openness on the palate yet slatey and reigned in by lemon-sorbet acidity. Moreish, a touch savoury and an excellent drink. Jane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion Aug 2023
James Suckling – Still quite yeasty in the smoky nose, but on the medium-bodied palate this is already open and expressive, with aromas of apple puree and preserved lemon. Although this is a lively dry white, there are plenty of fine tannins that deftly support this long, supple finish. A unique dry white that’s mostly a field blend based on gruner veltliner. Drink or hold. Stuart Pigott, JamesSuckling.com 2023
The Wine Front – Fermented in stainless steel tanks, with long ageing on the fine less (2y), no batonnage then 2 years in bottle. Bone dry style. Mainly from red slate grand cru vineyards. Lime pie, lime curd. Lots of that ripe citrusy quality but with a dairy-milky softness and roundness. Green orange zest. Sweet basil and mint. There’s depth of minerality in flavours, tingling textural quality like in a gin and tonic. I find subtle candle wax, oregano, sage and grapefruit in the mix too. Long finish. This equals complexity and deliciousness. – Kasia Sobiesak, The Wine Front.
Huon Hooke – 'Smoky gaspipe reduction and wonderful array of slaty mineral, floral and fruity aromas, gloriously detailed and hauntingly ethereal. The richness and concentration are superb, the persistence impressive and the aftertaste delightfully balanced and long. A delicious wine with a great future. (85 g/l sweetness) Drink: 2022-2035'
97 points - Huon Hooke, therealreview.com
Robert Parker/Wine Advocate – "The 2021 Hallgarten Riesling trocken Alte Reben is pure and refined on the remarkably precise and slatey as well as ripe and elegant fruity nose. Medium to full-bodied and with great finesse and mineral purity, this is a tight and salty, very persistent and lemon-bitter Hallgarten with a straightforward character. The aftertaste is fresh, crisp and enormously saline. A fascinating pure Riesling indeed." - Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate (August 2022)
Riesling has long been a beacon of elegance and purity in the world of white wines. Hailing originally from the Rhine region of Germany, this grape has traveled and adapted, finding homes in various corners of the globe, from the chilly climates of Alsace in France to the sunny slopes of Australia's Clare Valley.
What makes Riesling particularly special is its ability to reflect its terroir with remarkable clarity. The mineral undertones of a Mosel Riesling, for example, can transport one to the steep, slate-rich banks of this German river. In contrast, a Riesling from the Finger Lakes in New York might exhibit fresh green apple notes, reminiscent of the region's cool, lakeside climate.
Equally fascinating is the grape's aging potential. Over time, Riesling undergoes a metamorphosis, evolving from bright, citrusy notes to richer, petrol-like aromas, adding depth and complexity to the tasting experience. This transformative quality ensures that each bottle, whether young or aged, offers a unique narrative, waiting to be unraveled by the drinker.
The beauty of Riesling lies in its honesty. It doesn’t pretend, it doesn’t mask; it purely and simply presents the essence of its origin. This authenticity, combined with its diverse flavor profile, makes it a favorite among both novices and seasoned wine enthusiasts. It's more than just a drink; it's a story in a bottle.
Riesling is the queen of cold climates. No other grape, red or white, performs better at low temperatures than Riesling. The prominent German grape is also unique in terms of flavour and aroma — it has no equal. The best part? Riesling is the source of refreshing white wines and luscious dessert wines, so the grape has you covered no matter your vinous needs. Let’s talk about this famous white grape and what makes it unique. Riesling is a noble varietal and adding it to your wine rotation will make your time around the table much more enjoyable.
For some time, the most eminent wines made with Riesling were sweet; wines at all sweetness levels. These were decadent wines, for sure. Still, dry Riesling has gained recognition, especially for its elegance and versatility at the table. The most popular Riesling wines, like those from Germany and Austria, have historical significance. Still, New World wine regions have tamed the grape and are now a source of spectacular wines, from Washington and New York to the Adelaide Hills in Australia. Riesling is not exclusive to Germany anymore.
Riesling thrives where few other grapes can, in latitudes as extreme as those found in Canada, the UK and Germany. Ripening the golden grapes is no easy feat, but when the conditions are right, Riesling can produce attractive dry, semi-sweet and sweet wines. The sweetness level in the wine defines the types of Riesling wine, but the terroir matters, too. The grapes gain aromatic complexity when grown in optimal sites with suitable soil and sun orientation. And although Germany and other old-world systems classify the types of wine with their often-confusing Prädikat that measures the grapes’ sugar when harvested, in the New World, we can simply classify Riesling as dry or sweet.
Some of the most expensive wines in the world are made with Riesling, and they can go for thousands of dollars. Still, most wine made with the grape is not costly. Riesling can produce age-worthy wine, and wine that can age is often pricier than that with a short shelf-life. Riesling can also be a source of rare, sweet wines — ice wine and wine made with grapes affected by the noble rot are rare, so these wines are pricey. On the plus side, you need not look for long to find an adequately priced Riesling, either dry or sweet.
The best Riesling used to be made exclusively in Germany, but that’s not the case anymore. Australia has become a delicious source of the floral wine, and we could say the same about North America. Riesling might only grow in regions with cold climates, but plenty of those are scattered around the globe. Discover our selection of Riesling wine at World Wine and let us deliver the best Riesling in Australia to your doorstep.
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We aim to have all wines be vintage specific. In the case the listed vintage is out of stock and you note you would like that particular vintage, we will inform you via email for approval to go ahead.
To be able to supply such a unique & extensive range of boutique wines, we don't hold much of the inventory. So with us, there is the added step of receiving the wine from our local suppliers before it is dispatched to you. Most orders are dispatched within 3-6 working days.
Replacement or refund offered if bottles are faulty or damaged. All our deliveries are insured against loss, however you must notify us in a reasonable amount of time.
If you would like to include a gift message with your order, please enter that in the order instructions section. We'll print your message in a lovely font on A5 paper. We also won't include the invoice. Tracking will be sent to the email on file.