2009 Plantagenet Estate Riesling Great Southern

James Halliday
"94 pts ...�A flowery, almost spicy, bouquet, then a finely chiseled and precise palate, lime and mineral flavors intertwined; long-term future assured.�

Wine Advocate
"90 pts ...Off vines planted in 1970, the 2009 Riesling has pronounced floral and honey aromas with nuances of frangipani, acacia honey and lime cordial. There�s only about 2 g/l of residual sugar left in the wine, so it�s a very dry style. The acid is very crisp and there�s plenty of concentrated citrus fruit on the light bodied palate with a long steely finish. Drink it now to 2018+.�

Winemaker's Notes
"Showing great delicacy and restraint, the nose reveals spicy green apple with minerally slate, lemon rind notes and a nuance of citrus blossom. Firm, natural acidity carries the length of the palate and is adequately balanced by vibrant citrus flavors with a spicy edge. Long, lingering citrus flavors present now will evolve into toasty, honeyed characters over time."

Technical Notes
"Acidity 7.7 g/L; Res sugar .0 g/L; 12% alc."