Riesling
PURE WINE FROM UNIQUE LANDS
Opening a bottle of Australian Riesling wine is like cutting into lemons and limes – zesty and refreshing. We’re one of the world’s top producers because our pure Riesling reflects our unique environment.
3,157HA
total plantings
1840s
first plantings
Riesling was one of the first varieties grown in Australia and today it’s one of our best wines. It’s a delicate grape that thrives in the cooler climates and vineyards of our unspoilt land. Pure and fresh, it’s wine on the lighter side of life.
In the Glass
Style and Character
Australian Riesling wine is light, fresh and citrusy. It’s usually acidic and dry, not sweet. Australia also makes some world-class dessert wines from Riesling.
Pairs with
Oysters and shellfish, light fish dishes, salads, aged or fresh cheeses.
Typical Flavours
Flavours that can be found in Riesling wines:
Preserved lemon
Green apple
Ginger
Orange blossom
In the Winery
Ageing
Exceptional Rieslings from classic Australian regions can be aged for decades. As it ages, it gains a delightfully soft texture. Store it in a cool, dark and dry place where the temperature doesn’t fluctuate. Most Australian Riesling is sealed under screw cap.
Drinkability
Most Riesling wine is made for early drinking and is ready to enjoy straight away. Australian Riesling, friends, fresh seafood and the great outdoors - a perfect match.
