Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling, like its siblings, aims to deliver the quality, value and consistency for which this range is renowned. It is an expressive, highly aromatic riesling. Floral and citrus notes combine with crisp mouthwatering acidity to make this a versatile wine suitable both as an aperitif and as a partner for richer seafood dishes.
| 种类
Riesling
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Riesling |
|---|---|
| 容量
750 mL
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750 mL |
| Closure
Screw Cap
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Screw Cap |
| 最佳品鉴期
Now - 2038
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Now - 2038 |
Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling, like its siblings, aims to deliver the quality, value and consistency for which this range is renowned. It is an expressive, highly aromatic riesling. Floral and citrus notes combine with crisp mouthwatering acidity to make this a versatile wine suitable both as an aperitif and as a partner for richer seafood dishes.
“A classic Autumn Riesling and as always – clearly over delivers at the price point.” - Kym Schroeter, Penfolds White Winemaker
Very pale with bright green hues.
Lovely floral aromas of spring flowers first noted. White Jasmine and apple blossom complement fresh cut nashi pear and kaffir lime. A note of crystallised ginger spice and subtle musk morphs into perfumed bath salts. Very alluring..
The flavour profile mimics the aromatic spectrum nicely. Lime juice and lemon zest make for a juicy palate. Thai basil, lemongrass and ginger add an exotic footnote. Intriguingly, a hint of palm sugar sweetness provides a very soft foil to the mouth-watering, bright, crisp acidity. A lovely riesling with a long clean finish.
Overall, winter rain was above average, leading into what would become one of the wettest springs on record. The Clare Valley and Eden Valley recorded spring rainfall more than double the long-term average. Vigilance was required throughout the growing season, but it would be rewarded. With soil profiles full of moisture, growth was uninhibited and crop development was unimpeded. The growing season was cooler than average slowing vine development. With plenty of soil moisture, berry size was excellent. The cool conditions persisted through summer and delayed the start of harvest. The extra hang-time ensured the grapes developed terrific flavour and retained racy acidity.
| GRAPE VARIETY
Riesling (5% Traminer)
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Riesling (5% Traminer) |
|---|---|
| VINEYARD REGION
South Eastern Australia
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South Eastern Australia |
| 葡萄酒分析
酒精浓度: 11%, pH: 2.95, Acidity: 7.5g/L
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酒精浓度: 11%, pH: 2.95, Acidity: 7.5g/L |
| MATURATION
Stainless Steel
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Stainless Steel |
The origins of Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling are steeped in post-war innovation and experimentation. The development of late-picked, dry-riesling styles during the 1960s established the reputation of Eden Valley and Clare Valley as premium South Australian wine regions. Ahead of its time, the original 1971 Autumn Riesling was sealed with screwcaps to preserve freshness and longevity. Current Koonunga Hill vintages acknowledge the inaugural 1971 Autumn Riesling release by closely adhering to the original packaging with a fitting ‘retro’ label.
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