Jim Barry The Lodge Hill Riesling 2024

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Jim Barry
Label Name:
 
The Lodge Hill Riesling
Vintage:
 
2024
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Clare Valley
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Riesling
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Ken's Wine Guide review (2024 vintage) scored ~92. 1 with tasting notes. Prior Lodge Hill vintages (2023) won multiple trophies/medals including Perth Royal Trophy for Best Riesling and high scores (see Jim Barry winery 2023 listings)

Tasting Note
Intense lime, kaffir lime and citrus blossom with wet-slate chalky minerality. Electric palate of brown lime cordial, green apple and lemon; very high acidity and a long, dry, crisp finish.

Food Pairing
Oysters and ceviche; sashimi/sushi and sashimi-grade fish; lemongrass Thai prawns with jasmine rice; grilled snapper with zesty lime; goat cheese or soft cheeses; lemon-herb roast chicken; Asian salads with sesame and chilli.

Production Method
Hand-picked at high altitude; gentle pressing and rapid fermentation (stainless steel) to preserve fresh citrus and natural acidity.

Vineyard Info
Lodge Hill vineyard (purchased by Jim Barry in 1977) sits at ~480m on the Clare Valley eastern ranges, producing low-yield, high-acid Riesling fruit noted for steely minerality.