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Harewood Estate Frankland River Riesling

Frankland River magic – Harewood Frankland River Riesling 2019

  • 94 points
  • Bottle price: $25
  • Drink: 2021 - 2077

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Frankland River is an isolated part of the Great Southern, deep inland from the ocean which makes piercing, acid driven Rieslings.

This wine is super pale in colour, watery white. It’s fruit is almost biting – kaffir lime leaf, pepper and just ripe limes. It’s featherweight and full of energy, concentrated and youthful driven by a perfect acid line. Great Summer drinking but also has the potential to build over time.

94 Points

Price: $25
Drink: Now to 2027

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