TASTING NOTES FOR Jim Barry The Florita Riesling Clare Valley South Australia 2022

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with bright green highlights. Crystal clear and youthful in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Highly aromatic and precise, showing lime zest, citrus blossom and rose water.
Hints of green apple and pear sit alongside delicate floral notes and a fine slate-like minerality.

👅 Palate
Tightly coiled and focused, delivering intense lime, lemon and crisp apple flavours.
Exceptional purity of fruit is supported by vibrant, mouth-watering acidity, giving the wine drive, tension and precision.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Light-bodied yet powerful, with a laser-like line of acidity.
The finish is long, clean and mineral-driven, with lingering citrus, chalky texture and a saline edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A benchmark Clare Valley Riesling—pure, intense and built for longevity.
Combines citrus intensity, floral lift and striking minerality with a tightly structured, age-worthy profile.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with oysters, prawns, sashimi or grilled fish. Also excellent with spicy Asian dishes, where the acidity and citrus cut through beautifully.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A classic Florita—focused, mineral and built to age, yet already incredibly compelling.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a premium Riesling that delivers precision, pedigree and serious cellaring potential.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷