2025 Eden Valley Riesling

The Eden Valley sub-appellation of the Barossa presents a striking contrast to the Barossa Valley floor, characterised by its cooler, wetter climate and skeletal, mineral-rich soils. These unique conditions are pivotal in cultivating some of Australia’s, and indeed the world’s, finest Riesling.

While our Riesling has traditionally been sourced from our Craneford vineyard in Eden Valley, the acquisition of a remarkable vineyard on Mengler Hill in 2023 adds depth to our portfolio, as this site boasts Riesling vines planted in the 1940s.

For our 2025 Eden Valley Riesling, we are blending the vibrant character of our Craneford vineyard with the austere depth and remarkable drive from our new Mengler Hill site. This blend promises to deliver a unique and compelling expression of Eden Valley Riesling.

Pressure was on for the 2025 vintage, following a drier-than-average winter and an exceptionally dry growing season. While we were fortunate to avoid extreme heat spikes, the consistent sunshine con-tributed to an early and compact harvest period. Through careful irrigation management, we main-tained healthy canopies across our Riesling blocks and timed our picks precisely to retain natural acidity while showcasing the distinctive and aromatic Eden Valley florals in the juice.
Our Craneford vineyard was machine-harvested in the cool early hours of the morning, while the Mengler Hill fruit was handpicked at dawn—often through the valley fog, which helps maintain the fruit temperature throughout the pick.
As we continue to deepen our understanding of Mengler Hill, we ferment the parcel separately to explore site expression through fermentation and beyond. The final blend brings together the best of both vineyards: Mengler fruit enhances the fragrance of our Craneford Riesling while adding depth, precision, and layers of texture. Both parcels were fermented clean in stainless steel and matured briefly on lees before clarification and bottling, ensuring purity, vibrancy, and freshness in the finished wine.

Alcohol: 11.50%

Aroma: A complex bouquet of white florals and subtle lime zest

Appearance: Vibrant pale green

Taste: Delicate floral undertones evolve into layers of pink grapefruit and lime, framed by soft mineral acidity that drives a long, focused finish.

Mouthfeel: A fragrant, vibrant & pure expression

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Serving Suggestion: Fresh, vibrant and zippy, this Riesling shines alongside seafood and bright, herb-driven dishes. Think freshly shucked oysters with a squeeze of lemon, kingfish sashimi with yuzu, or a Thai green papaya salad. It’s just as at home with a goat’s cheese tart or a bowl of steamed mussels.
Perfect for sunny afternoons, long lunches, and anything by the water.