2012 KT WINES PEGLIDIS VINEYARD RIESLING - CREAM OF THE CLARE VALLEY CROP

Over the past few years, former Leasingham winemaker Kerri Thompson has carved out a name for producing high quality distinctive wines, including stunning single vineyard Rieslings. This example, from the Peglidis vineyard is no exception.

While most Clare Valley Rieslings are characterised by a distinctive lemon/lime character (a trait that distinguishes the wines, but can on occasion make them a little tiring), KT’s 2012 Peglidis Vineyard Riesling is direct from the apple orchard, with crisp green apples and apple blossom driving both the bouquet and the palate.

It is a very delicate and fine Riesling, but certainly doesn't lack for depth or drive. There is no lack of intensity, but it manages to balance power with tremendous finesse. Without a doubt, this is one Australia’s best Rieslings, a great expression of site and the Riesling grape.

2012 PEGLIDIS VINEYARD RIESLING
Producer: KT Wines
Variety: Riesling
Vintage: 2012
Region: Clare Valley, South Australia
ABV: 12%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $34.99
Date tasted: 1 December 2012

Tasting Note:
Very pale silvery white. Restrained aromatic nose of crisp green apples, apple blossom, lychee and Nashi pear. Dry, very delicate palate, dances on the tongue, yet there is plenty of drive and thrust, lots of tension and energy, green apple, pear, subtle kiss of lemon. Finishes long with mouthwatering acidity.
Score: 18/20