Majella Coonawarra Riesling
Riesling will never be Coonawarra’s strongest suit, but limestone soils and a cool climate give it a fighting chance, and I find myself recommending Majella’s great value offering most years, thanks to its refreshing integrity and value for money. Lemon, lime, pear and apple fruit is slowly evolving subtle nuances of spice and toast, yet retains its focus and finely structured acid line. There is more phenolic grip here than riesling displays, for instance, in Clare and Eden, but you can’t go wrong for an early-drinking quaffer at this price. $17 at Discount Wines.
By Tyson Stelzer
19 Dec 2014
Tyson Stelzer is a multi-award winning wine writer, television host and producer and international speaker. He was named The International Wine & Spirit Communicator of the Year, The Australian Wine Communicator of the Year and The International Champagne Writer of the Year. He is the author and publisher of seventeen wine books, contributor to many wine magazines, a frequent judge and chair at Australian wine shows and a presenter at wine events in 12 countries. TysonStelzer.com is your link to wine recommendations, book sales, tours and events.
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