Knappstein Enterprise Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
G 96
The Enterprise Vineyard dates back to the origins of Knappstein, when it was called Enterprise Wines and founded by Tim Knappstein in 1974. Its home was, and still is, in the old Enterprise Brewery. Brings a lovely old vine feel to the glass, a natural, seamless, complex beauty. Enticing, ripe dark cherry, black fruits and plum move with poise enhanced by the company they keep in earth, dry leaves, spice, liquorice and cedary oak. An exceptional vintage, a top wine, delivered on a bed of fine tannins that never pause, running through to a lingering finish that you will not
want to end. Drink now–2040 Koerner Old Vine Limestone Riesling 2024
G 96
Impressive complexity on show from the start in this beautifully refined and complex Riesling sourced from old vines planted in 1973. Fragrance is all about white flowers, jasmine and warm citrus tones with spice. Elegance in the glass running smooth with a deep thread of citrus, apple, lemon, lime and musk with rockpool/oyster shell. Fermented and aged in 1000L ceramic amphora, it boasts an entirely natural, effortless balance. Drink now–2040 O’Leary Walker Watervale Riesling 2025 G 96 If Polish Hill River represents the power of Clare Valley Riesling, Watervale represents the finesse, the purity. Nowhere is this better exhibited than in the 2025 vintage. While it was a challenging vintage, by all accounts, Riesling shone. It shows. Bright, lime green hues. Classic Watervale scents, arrestingly aromatic and delicate in jasmine, wildflowers, bath salts, fresh lime and citrus skin and apple. An intensity of lime flavour lies at the wine’s core, a Watervale trait, in sync with florals. It’s a vibrant, alive palate with an easy textural flow in lime, green apple, pear skin, touch of rosemary, Thai basil and wet slate minerality. Finely textured with powdery fine acidity. Purity plus. This beauty will still be looking good in 10–15 years. Drink now–2040 Pauletts Polish Hill River Riesling 2025 G 96 Restrained and taut, the ’25 brings the sub-region’s noted concentrated lemon-lime qualities to the fore, together with its celebrated long, persistent finish. It is a study in line and length with a driving, sleek acid profile. Scents of wet slate, lime juice, fresh cut apple and sweet florals. A tightly contained palate, deeply concentrated and plush in citrus, green apple, white peach and hints of spice. Snaps tight and mouth-wateringly dry. Drink now–2040
South Australia Wine Guide 2026 | Clare Valley
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