Kilikanoon Mort's Block Watervale Riesling 2019

Australia

Dry & aromatic, light-bodied white, made mainly from grapes grown in the historic vineyard planted in 1969 by Kilikanoon's founder, Mort Mitchell. Grapes from Morrison vineyard on the opposite hill are also employed to add complexity to the final blend. One of the classic whites from Australia. 12.5% vol.

Appellation: Clare Valley (SA)

Grape Variety: 100% Riesling

Winemaking: Fermented at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks.

Awards: Mundus Vini: Gold Medal. Halliday: 94 points & 5 stars.

Tasting Notes: Best enjoyed: Until 2030.

Presentation: Cardboard box of 12 bottles with twist-cap closures.
Availability: Good.

What do the experts say?

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Halliday: "While not the reserve bottling, the superior quality of '19 shines through. Light, pushing mid-weighted. This is scintillating of fruit purity, intensity of flavour and unbridled length. The acidity, nicely melded. Citrus allusions all shimmer along a juicy spine. This is benchmark Clare. Long, dry and chalky, without excessive rasp."

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