Vickery - Polish Hill River Riesling 2024
Founded to celebrate the iconic wines of the great John Vickery, Vickery Riesling produces wines that speak of place and purpose. Helmed by accomplished winemaker Keeda Zilm, these wines showcase her talent and experience as well as John’s mastery of the noblest of white wine varieties. Riesling is incredibly expressive, and each wine is made to be a true reflection of not just the grape variety and John’s winemaking methods, but also of where it is grown.
After walking the vineyard and tasting for fruit, seed and flavour ripeness, the pick was set for March 30th in idyllic harvesting conditions which the region is famous for. Immediately after harvest, the fruit was taken to the winery for pressing to avoid extended skin contact. The Vickery style calls for the initial press-cut to be very light to retain delicate flavours without bitter phenolics, with the final blend incorporating a portion of pressings material to add richness and flavour to the wine.
Tasting Notes
Fine, textured, and bright. A wine with an abundance of natural acidity - the key to this region. A wine that truly reflects place, as it’s so distinct from its siblings. A true expression of the Polish Hill River sub-region.
