The Wine Front – Wine Front: "It’s a delicious young Riesling. Lemon, lime and slate flavors rush straight and direct through the palate, aided though by a smidgen of textural softness. There’s almost a kaffir lime leaf character here. It’s hard to tell how this will age--it seems so up-and-about now--but as a young wine it tastes terrific."
Wine Spectator – Racy, finely tuned acidity frames this elegant white, supporting a subtle, layered palate. Shows base notes of petrol and brine, tangy apple, grapefruit zest, fresh forest and candle wax. Long, long minerally finish. Drink now through 2027.
Wine Enthusiast – One of Trimbach’s top wines, this impressive Riesling, with all its bottle time, is maturing beautifully. It has that petrol character that is typical of aged Riesling, as well as a strong sense of steeliness and intense acidity on the finish.
James Suckling – Aromas of cooked pear, apple and white pineapple follow through to a full body with incredible dryness and a mineral finish. White pepper and oyster shell too. This is so serious and unforgiving yet a phenomenon. Owners say it is the driest Fred ever.
Robert Parker/Wine Advocate – Trimbach’s 2007 Riesling Cuvee Frederic Emile – the driest rendition ever of this cuvee, at well under a gram of residual sugar, yet with nearly eight grams acidity – can definitely use the time it will receive in bottle before being released in late 2011 or early 2012! If this year’s reserve Riesling flirted with austerity, the Frederic Emile risks severity. That said, its arrow-like penetration and sharpness; its adamant stoniness; and its citrus zest and cherry pit bitterness, are allied to formidable density; bracing salinity; deep, marrow-like meatiness; a subtle suggestion of textural creaminess; and an overall impression of exhilarating, vibrant refreshment. This will be for those with patience and/or for acid freaks (of which I count myself one) and ought to remain fresh for 15 or more years.
James Halliday – Other than gentle pressing and low extraction, there's nothing special about the vinification, leaving the pure fruit of the cool Grampians climate to work its magic. There's a softness to the flavours that coexist with the low pH and minerally acidity, Meyer lemon and lime with tropical nuances.
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.