Leconfield Old Vines Riesling 2024

This is a classy wine, reflecting the pedigree of the terra rossa soils from which its vineyards grow. Pristine aromas of ripe lemon, citrus blossom, and cucumber create a fragrant, inviting bouquet. Singapore Noodles make the perfect match—a favourite when exploring whites with charm and character. The palate is dense, layered, and fleshy, with concentrated green apple fruit and elegant texture. A fine, slippery drive glides across the palate, underpinned by crunchy acidity that cleanses the spring onion, chorizo, and spice of the dish beautifully. A succulent, perfumed, and powerful finish adds to the wine’s unique appeal. It’s both moreish and delicious—a glorious young wine that shows beautifully now. Yet, it also presents itself as a cellaring proposition, with the potential to evolve further and reveal more complexity in its layered mid-palate over the next decade.

David Stevens-Castro

Wine Critic at Winepilot

David is a wine, beverage & gastronomy consultant. A passionate professional, with rounded expertise: from wine & fruit production as an Agricultural Engineer; marketing, wine trends and wine business as a wine merchant; buying, stock management and financial management as a wine & beverage manager; assessing wines as an international wine judge plus food and wine pairing expert as the co-author of PAIRED Volume 1: Champagne & Sparkling Wines. Find out more about David here at paired-media.com

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