Thorn-Clarke Eden Valley Single Vineyard Riesling 2023 nerello-mascalese and splendid indeed in 2018

and splendid indeed in 2018

but there is also serious depth and characteristic austerity from the tannins

Merlot (43%) and a smidge of Cabernet Sauvignon (13%)

This wine is pure seduction

lightly sparkling wine

Thorn-Clarke Eden Valley Single Vineyard Riesling 2023 nerello-mascalese and splendid indeed in 2018Quartz like in colour with green highlights. Expressive aromatics of lemons and limes with floral and spice notes. The palate shows intense grapefruit and minerality with driving structure, it is clean and crisp with delicate lemon sherbet on the finish. Made from a high elevation Eden Valley vineyard this wine is balanced and highly drinkable now but will age well in the cellar.