The Eden Valley of South Australia, with its higher elevation and spare soils, has proven to be an exceptional site for producing fine Rieslings. Pewsey Vale has long been a star producer from the High Eden and they continue their success with the exemplary 2016 bottling. This is a lovely and complex dry Riesling. The bouquet is forward and enticing with a striking floral component and an array of lime, tangerine, green and red apple fruit aromas. It is clean, fresh and dry on the palate, with layers of fruit underlain by a rich texture and the intriguing floral and spice hints that linger at the finish. Delicious now, Pewsey Vale Rieslings can age beautifully for a decade or more when properly cellared.
Pewsey Vale, Eden Valley (South Australia) Riesling 2016
By Wayne Belding
