TASTING NOTES FOR Mortimers Kangaroobie Riesling Orange New South Wales 2025

🍷 Appearance

Bright, pale straw in colour with delicate green highlights, displaying excellent clarity and youthful freshness.

👃 Aromas

An inviting bouquet of fresh lime, lemon zest and crisp green apple, complemented by delicate floral notes and subtle hints of citrus blossom. A gentle mineral character adds complexity and elegance.

👅 Palate

Fresh, lively and beautifully balanced, with vibrant flavours of lime juice, lemon and green apple. Crisp natural acidity provides excellent structure, while subtle mineral undertones contribute to the wine’s refreshing character.

🍈 Texture & Finish

Light-bodied and wonderfully refreshing, with a clean, precise texture and bright acidity. The finish is long, crisp and mouth-watering, leaving lingering citrus flavours and a delicate mineral edge.

🍇 Overall Style

A vibrant, elegant and refreshing cool-climate Riesling showcasing the freshness and finesse associated with the Orange wine region of New South Wales. Its lively citrus flavours, attractive aromatics and crisp acidity make it an excellent example of contemporary Australian Riesling.

🍽️ Food Pairing

An excellent accompaniment to freshly shucked oysters, grilled prawns, seafood platters, Thai cuisine and lightly spiced Asian dishes. Also pairs beautifully with fresh salads, grilled white fish and delicate chicken dishes.

🥂 BBD Verdict

Mortimers Kangaroobie Riesling 2025 is a delightful cool-climate white wine offering freshness, elegance and excellent drinking appeal. Its bright citrus flavours and refreshing finish make it an ideal choice for Riesling enthusiasts and customers seeking a versatile, food-friendly white wine. A wonderful addition to any Better Buy The Dozen mixed dozen, particularly for those who appreciate crisp, aromatic Australian whites.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷