Skillogalee Clare Valley Riesling 2022
$25.99
Built to last, great acidity. Top class Clare Valley riesling.
12 in stock
Description
Skillogalee wines produce top class Clare Valley riesling. Skillogalee took its name from legend that goes back to the 1840’s when explorer/pioneer, John Horrocks became lost and survived on a `Skilly’ (gaelic word meaning broth) made of grass and seeds.
Skillogalee was established in 1970 with the first wines released in 1976. The 1978 dry riesling won major trophies at the Adelaide Wine Show and the National Wine Show, putting Skillogalee firmly on the Australian winemaking map! The vineyards were planted in the early 1970s on what was then, at almost 500 metres above sea level, one of the highest vineyards in South Australia. The rows are planted on the contour in shallow stony soils mainly on steep eastern facing slopes.
The grapes for this dry Riesling are grown on low-yielding vines, along the contours on the highest slopes of the Skillogalee Estate at about 500 metres above sea level. The family-owned vineyard is managed in accordance with sustainable farming practices to produce the most authentic expression of fruit and terroir.
The fruit is processed in a number of individual parcels, with each contour block of vines picked as they reach optimum ripeness and flavour. Each parcel is then fermented separately allowing us to vary winemaking and processing techniques to suit the individual characteristics of each, and giving us the opportunity to enhance individual highlights, before blending immediately prior to bottling.
From the winemaker about this vintage…”Crisp and lively, this generous wine offers elegant acidity invigorated by a clean zing of Tahitian lime, floral aromas, and balanced mineral notes, with a mouthwatering succulence. The bright flavours, natural acidity and a graceful structure capture the unique terroir of our ancient soil and spectacular topography. Stunning and vibrant in the glass and ready to drink now or will reward careful cellaring.”
RRP $29 Our Price $25.99
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Additional information
Producer | Skillogalee |
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Variety | Riesling |
Region or Country | Australia, Clare Valley |
Vintage | 2021 |