Hewitson Gun Metal Riesling Eden Valley 2021

Dean Hewitson’s mantra for many years now has been to avoid preservatives until bottling, which is unusual for white wine producers but can help deliver a more lively and expressive drink. No doubting the appeal with this white.

Water clear and ultra fresh, this taut and tight Eden Valley is just a baby. It’s like bathing in a grapefruit waterfall, on a lean but not mean palate. It’s wound up a bit tight for drinking now, but the future will be very kind.