Mitchell Wines Watervale Riesling 2022

First made back in 1977, this has long been a beacon for lovers of great Clare Valley Riesling. Made from free run juice, with a slow fermentation from wild yeasts, it then spends time on lees. There was a great deal of deserved hype about the 2021 vintage for this region, so when we start hearing claims that the following year might be even better, a touch of skepticism never goes astray. Fear not, the rave reviews for the 2022 vintage in the Clare Valley are more than justified.

Bright yet pale lemon in colour, there are intense aromas of florals and citrus, a touch of oystershell and even a hint of pineapple to sit alongside the inevitable fresh lemons and limes. An expressive and exquisite Riesling, focused, seamless, fine and with a gentle but persistent line of crisp acidity plus great length. A wonderful Watervale Riesling which will easily reward ten to twenty years in a good cellar.