Australia’s finest expressions of Riesling are to be found in South Australia’s Clare and Eden Valleys. Take the journey along the Clare and Eden Valley Riesling Trail and you will find 4 of the region’s most impressive wines in one single box. This collection features 3 bottles each from 2 Clare Vallley and 2 Eden Valley producers with ratings of 93 Points or better from Australia's leading wine critics.
The StarDozen consists of the following:
3 bottles Torzi Matthews Frost Dodger Riesling 2023
3 bottles Pewsey Vale Eden Valley Riesling 2024
3 bottles Crabtree Watervale Riesling 2024
3 bottles Jeanneret Clare Valley Big Fine Girl Riesling 2023
Torzi Matthews Frost Dodger Riesling 2023
It's wild that this is one of the foremost Riesling in the country, and it is just $28 a bottle. What a blessed Riesling world we live in, hey? Another sterling release in 2023, as well. As ever, the mark of Dom Torzi’s Riesling is the intensity – with this thump of green, crunchy fruit, celery, grapefruit and something chalky. Line up all the Eden Valley descriptors, and you've got them. A taut and linear release, though. For all that green fruit, the acidity isn't harsh. It's a firm, citrussy acidity, but so natural and right – you want to drink this, not hose the driveway. What an archetypal dry Australian Riesling (and a bloody bargain). Would I buy it?: Absolutely. Price: $28; Rated: 95 Points; Andrew Graham; Australian Wine Review
Pewsey Vale Eden Valley Riesling 2024
I've mentioned before that when I lived in the Eden Valley we referred to this wine as 'Eden Valley San Pellegrino', such was its constant presence in the fridge for rehydration purposes. It's just a consistently cracking drink, with classic regional characters of Bickford's lime cordial, green apple, Christmas lily, crushed stone and white flowers. Crisp, dry, sleek in its travel and great drinking as always. Drink to: 2036; Price: $27.00; Date Tasted: October 2024; Alcohol: 11.5%; Rating: 93 Points & Special Value Star; James Halliday Wine Companion
Crabtree Watervale Riesling 2024
This really is a very good example of Clare Valley Riesling. Aromas of lemon and lime burst from the glass immediately with just a faint hint of orange zest. The palate is exquisitely presented with a refreshing vibrancy and purity. There’s a degree of palate tension holding it together and focusing to a very long finish. Yes, you can drink this now, but it has plenty there for later enjoyment. Drink: 2024 - 2036; Price: $32.00; Rating: 94 Points; Ray Jordan
Jeanneret Clare Valley Big Fine Girl Riesling 2023
Finely poised and firmly structured, the wine shows white flesh nectarine, lemon sorbet and jasmine nuances on the nose, leading to a captivating palate that's concentrated with restraint and finesse. Wonderfully structured and harmonious with a prolonged sleek finish. At its best: now to 2039; Price: $30.00; Rating: 94 Points; Sam Kim; Wine Orbit
(11937)
SKU | 11937 |
Brand | StarDozen |
Shipping Weight | 1.3333kg |
Unit Of Measure | ea |