Thorn-Clarke Riesling 2022

Harvested from Block 7 of the Mt Crawford vineyard in Eden Valley, this is a classic Riesling from the region. Only 478 dozen made, the wine saw a cool fermentation to dryness with no malolactic. The shade of this wine is near transparent, the barest hint of colour – it would put trout streams to shame. A refined and yet steely nose with spices, citrus, notably limes and grapefruit pith, gentle florals and river stones. Good focus and bright acidity with real drive and length. Impeccably balanced, this is a really impressive Eden Valley Riesling with ten years plus ahead of it. Would go superbly with a trout from one of those streams, if anyone has a fly rod handy.