Reflection Riesling 2024
$34.00
From the Elgo vineyard in Strathbogie. The wine sits seven days on skins after crushing, with free run juice drawn into stainless steel for cool fermentation. The wine sits in tank on gross lees for six months, and is unfined and unfiltered prior to bottling.
The hallmark is its phenolic grip, imparting a slight chewiness and Germanic texture. There’s an intricate bouquet of herbs on the nose of rosemary, lavender, thyme, grapefruit and florals. Plenty of richness and drive on the palate which is defined by its gorgeous texture, delivering yellow and green apples and preserved lemon, and a rounded though firmly present acid backbone. Unashamedly an alternative stylistic statement of Australian Riesling.
First of all, beautiful artwork on the labels. Then, there’s texture. Gentle, detailed, fine beads of texture. Orange zest and pith, mandarin peel, earthy quality, ginger steeped in lemon tea. A note of persimmon skin, a bunch of bitter herbs and a light lick of brine adding dimension to the racy acidity. All in all, a lovely drink at hand.
-92 points, Kasia Sobiesiak, The Wine Front
Variety: Riesling (7 days skin contact)
Region: Strathbogie Ranges
Soil Type: Granite
Vintage: 2024
Traditional Owners: Taungurung Country
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