Clare Valley Wine Region

Australia · GI · SA

In South Australia's Mount Lofty Ranges, Clare Valley is particularly associated with Riesling. Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon are also important regional styles. Its producers helped establish the use of screwcap closures for premium Australian Riesling.

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Clare Valley | Australia

Clare Valley Riesling GI Wine Guide

Dry, lime-driven Riesling with a light body and incisive acidity

RieslingServe 8–10°CAge Enjoy fresh; fine examples can age for many years

Clare Valley Riesling wine colour in the glass — Typical colourPale lemon-green

Overview

Dry Riesling is Clare Valley's best-known white wine. Lime and lemon flavours meet a taut, refreshing palate, usually without obvious oak. Mature examples can gain honeyed and toasty complexity while retaining their acid backbone.

In The Glass

Colour: Pale lemon-green
Nose: Lime, Lemon, Green apple and Citrus blossom.
Palate: Dry, lime-driven Riesling with a light body and incisive acidity. Generally light-bodied, electric acidity, dry, with a long finish.

Tasting Profile

Body Light2/5

Tannins Silky1/5

Acidity Electric5/5

Sweetness Bone Dry1/5

Alcohol Moderate2/5

Grapes

Riesling

Aromas And Notes

LimeLemonGreen appleCitrus blossomToastHoney

Terroir

Warm days and cooler nights; elevation and varied exposures help retain freshness.

Food Pairings

Fresh oystersGrilled fish with lemonPrawn saladGoat's cheese