A single vineyard Riesling from the Campania vineyard established in 1985.
Heady, seductive and enticing! This wine takes you on a sensory journey. White blossom perfume of gardenia and jasmine dominate the nose whilst grapefruit, lavender and lime zest coat the palate. The texture of the wine commands another sip with the softness from the yeast influence dancing on a fine line with the natural ‘cool climate’ acid line. Enjoyable now but also rewards with patience!
Anna Pooley Winemaker
Fruit comes off Butcher's Hill 60% and 40% Cooinda Vale, whole-bunch pressed, selected yeast and into stainless steel. All rudimentary. Yet the wine performs - it has lovely florals, a citrus theme of kaffir lime leaves, lemon pith and juice. Nothing harsh about the palate. It has texture, flavour and fine almost soft acidity in the lead. A lovely drink. Drink by 2029.
95 points Jane Faulkner winecompanion.com.au August 2020