TASTING NOTES FOR Henschke Julius Riesling Eden Valley 2023

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with green hues. Bright, crystalline and youthful in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Intensely perfumed and lifted. Citrus blossom, kaffir lime leaf and lime zest lead, with hints of jasmine, freesia and delicate herbal notes.
Subtle nuances of lemongrass, green apple and mineral talc add complexity and finesse.

👅 Palate
Focused, powerful and beautifully pure. Flavours of lime juice, lemon zest and finger lime drive the palate with precision.
There is excellent concentration and clarity, supported by a fine mineral backbone and vibrant natural acidity.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Sleek, tight and structured.
A line of crisp, refined acidity delivers a long, zesty finish with lingering citrus, minerality and subtle spice.

🍇 Overall Style
A benchmark Eden Valley Riesling—intense, precise and age-worthy.
Combines purity of fruit with steely structure, offering immediate vibrancy and excellent cellaring potential (15–25+ years).

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with oysters, prawns, sashimi, grilled fish or fresh salads. Also ideal with spicy Asian dishes or goat’s cheese.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A classic Julius release—pure, intense and seriously classy.
A must-have for mixed dozens, delivering premium Riesling character with both drink-now appeal and long-term cellar potential.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷