Hochkirch Riesling 2013
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- Certified Biodynamic
- Vegan Suitable
Winery/Brand: Hochkirch
This is a Riesling to savour, vibrant nose of citrus; limes and cumquat, and maybe a hint of apple. On the palate it is mouth-watering and generously mouth-filling at the same time, with a roundness of acid. Alsacian in style, sophisticated but approachable.
"Riesling is the most complex and noble of white wines, demanding intellectual engagement. It flourishes in our cold climate and high iron basalt soils." John Nagorcka - Hochkirch
Lime juice and blossom, honeysuckle and lemongrass. Piercing finish. James Halliday - 91 pts - winecompanion.com.au
The Story
Long slow fermentation, natural yeasts, no filtration, minimal intervention and additives.
Hochkirch Riesling 2013
Hochkirch vineyard lies on a north facing slope 250 m. above sea level along an elevated plateau running southwest from Dunkeld at the foot of the Grampians in far south west Victoria. The vines are not irrigated and no synthetic fungicides, pesticides or fertilizers are used; currently the Nagorckas are certified bio-dynamic by Demeter.
Vineyard is high-density planted and dry grown.
1.5 Hectares of Riesling.
7g/l residual.
Certified Biodynamic by Demeter.
Aussie riesling winners: Pewsey Vale, Hochkirch, Lehmann, Brown Brothers and more
Biodynamically grown:2012 Hochkirch Riesling, Henty Vic, $34. Really lively riesling: full of vibrant yellow citrus tang.
The Specs
| Wine Type | White |
| Region | Henty, Western Districts, VIC |
| Grapes | Riesling |
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Alcohol % | 11.9 |
| Certified Biodynamic | Yes |
| Vegan Suitable | Yes |
| Wild Yeast Fermentation | Yes |
| Closure | Cork (natural) |
| Volume | 750mL |
| Packaging | Glass Bottle |
