Philip Shaw Small Batch Riesling 2023

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Philip Shaw
Label Name:
 
Small Batch Riesling
Vintage:
 
2023
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Orange, New South Wales
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
11.8%
Grape(s):
 
Riesling
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
James Halliday 93 points (vintage listings); widely reviewed as a standout Orange Riesling; listed and sold internationally (Watson's, Cellars)

Tasting Note
Fresh elderflower, green pear and candied citrus zest with vibrant high acidity, soft mid-palate density and a clean, mineral finish. Light, precise and aromatic.

Food Pairing
Oysters, citrus-marinated fish, grilled white fish, roast pork, goat cheese; Asian: sushi, sashimi, Thai green curry, spicy Szechuan pork, Vietnamese spring rolls.

Production Method
Fermented in 600L demi-muids (large oak) in a refrigerated container adjacent to the vineyard; two barrels used German yeasts and a third underwent wild fermentation. Ferment was cooled/stopped, blended in tank. Vegetarian/vegan friendly.

Vineyard Info
Made from fruit grown on Koomooloo vineyard on Mount Canobolas slopes (high-altitude volcanic soils). Philip Shaw established the site; brand now run by his sons Daniel and Damian. Estate-focused cool-climate producer.