Frankland Estate 'Isolation Ridge' Riesling 2023

Background

"Judi Cullum and Barrie Smith first planted vines in their Isolation Ridge vineyard in 1988 with a simple goal, to leave the land in better shape than when they found it. They have been certified organic since 2009 and continue to work with the land to create biodiversity. Production is now run by their children, Elizebeth and Hunter Smith, with Brian Kent as their winemaker since 2010."

Tasting Note

"Sourced from the original 1988 plantings on ironstone gravels over clay. Some guava and dried mango exoticism, makrut lime leaves and wet stones. It's super precise and poised, a wine of balletic balance with a piercing acid line of jaw dropping intensity and drive. A masterclass in coiled tension, restrained power and the beauty of Frankland River riesling. 97 points. Nick Ryan, The Weekend Australian April 2024"