TASTING NOTES for Block 50 Riesling Central Ranges New South Wales 2019

🍷 Appearance
Pale lemon with green tinges. Bright and clear, showing a fresh yet slightly developed hue typical of a Riesling with some bottle age.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and classic, with citrus—lime, lemon and grapefruit—at the forefront.
Hints of green apple and subtle floral notes sit alongside a developing touch of toast and honeyed complexity from time in bottle.

👅 Palate
Crisp and refreshing, driven by zesty lime and lemon flavours with green apple freshness.
A fine acid line provides structure and length, while early bottle development introduces subtle notes of toast and gentle richness.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Light-bodied with a clean, linear mouthfeel.
The finish is long and refreshing, with lingering citrus, minerality and a delicate hint of developing toast.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Australian Riesling—fresh, zippy and evolving nicely with age.
Combines bright citrus intensity with the beginnings of bottle-aged complexity, making it both refreshing and interesting.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with fresh seafood, oysters, prawns or grilled fish. Also pairs beautifully with spicy Asian dishes, Thai cuisine and light salads.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A fantastic value Riesling that shows both freshness and early maturity—crisp, flavoursome and highly drinkable.
Ideal for mixed dozens where you want a versatile white that offers both immediate appeal and a touch of complexity.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷