Grosset Alea Riesling 2021

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Grosset
Label Name:
 
Alea Riesling
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Clare Valley, South Australia
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.3%
Grape(s):
 
Riesling
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
2
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-11°C

Awards/Ratings
Notable reviews for Alea vintages include FineWineClub 94pts (2021 reference), ReserveCellar listed 91pts for 2021; positive reviews from Huon Hooke and other critics. No single major international trophy listed for 2021

Tasting Note
Fresh citrus core of lemon, lime and green apple with floral honeysuckle and preserved‑lemon notes. Off‑dry texture adds gentle richness, framed by vibrant mineral acidity and a saline, chalky finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, grilled prawns, fried calamari, goat cheese, green salads. Asian: sushi, stir‑fried prawns with Thai herbs, spicy Thai green curry, mildly spicy Indian curries, Vietnamese spring rolls.

Production Method
Off‑dry Riesling from certified organic/biodynamic Rockwood fruit; gentle press, cool stainless‑steel fermentation, minimal handling, bottled under screwcap; often unfined/unfiltered.

Vineyard Info
Produced by J. Grosset (Jeffrey Grosset), Clare Valley specialist since 1981. Alea is from the Rockwood/Alea site (planted 2000), ACO certified organic and biodynamic.