TASTING NOTES FOR Clonakilla Riesling Canberra District 2022

🍷 Appearance
Very pale lemon with green highlights. Bright, crystalline and youthful in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Intensely aromatic, showing lime juice, lemon zest and green apple. Layers of citrus blossom, jasmine and a fine talc-like minerality add elegance and lift.

👅 Palate
Tightly structured and precise, delivering vibrant lime and lemon with hints of grapefruit and crisp apple. The palate is linear and focused, driven by bright natural acidity and a subtle mineral thread.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Fine, clean and beautifully balanced. The finish is long and mouth-watering, with lingering citrus, floral notes and a distinct mineral edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Canberra District Riesling—pure, mineral and finely tuned. Combines intensity with finesse, offering immediate appeal while rewarding cellaring with added complexity over time.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with oysters, sashimi, grilled fish, Thai cuisine or fresh goat’s cheese. Also ideal with spicy dishes where the acidity cuts through beautifully.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive Riesling—focused, mineral and built with precision.
A premium inclusion for mixed dozens when you want freshness, class and real ageing potential.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷