Freycinet Vineyard Riesling 2024 6 x 750ml
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Experience the exceptional Freycinet Vineyard Riesling 2024, a classic Tasmanian expression showcasing vibrant citrus, floral perfume, and a crisp mineral finish. Crafted with meticulous care, this Riesling is perfect for enjoying now or cellaring to develop beautifully over time.
Key Information and Highlights:
- Region: Tasmania, Australia
- Variety: 100% Riesling
- Vintage: 2024
- Flavour Profile: Juicy lime, green apple, grapefruit, white nectarine, gentle spice, crisp mineral finish
- Residual Sugar: 1.95 g/L
- Cellaring Potential: Now to 2040
- Best Paired With: Seafood, light fine foods, or enjoyed on its own
Producer Background: Freycinet Vineyard, established in 1979 on Tasmania’s picturesque East Coast, has become synonymous with quality and excellence in Australian winemaking. With over 25 years of experience producing Riesling, Freycinet Vineyard has earned a reputation for crafting some of the country’s finest expressions of this varietal. Their dedication to preserving the purity of aroma and flavour in each bottle is evident through sustainable viticulture practices, hand pruning, and harvesting, combined with careful, cool fermentation techniques.
Flavour Profile:
- Appearance: Pale straw with a bright, crystalline clarity.
- Nose: A delicate and captivating bouquet of gardenias, orange blossom, and subtle citrus zest.
- Palate: Vibrant and elegant with a lively interplay of juicy lime, green apple, and grapefruit, underpinned by white nectarine and a hint of gentle spice. The crisp acidity and mineral finish provide a refreshing balance, showcasing the wine's finesse.
- Conclusion: A beautifully structured Riesling with scintillating tension between its ripe acidity and residual sugar, making it both refreshing now and capable of developing complex honeyed and toasty notes over time.
Inspiring Food Pairing Ideas: This Riesling is an ideal companion to a variety of lighter-flavoured dishes. Pair it with fresh Tasmanian oysters, grilled white fish, or a delicate seafood salad. The wine's vibrant acidity and crisp finish also make it a delightful match for sushi or sashimi. For a simple yet refined experience, enjoy a glass on its own.
Cellaring Potential: Carefully stored, this Riesling will continue to evolve and impress over the next 25 years, developing complex aged characters such as honey and toast, while retaining its refreshing qualities. Enjoy now or cellar until 2040.