Penfolds
Bin 51 Eden Valley Riesling
Riesling from Eden Valley, Australia
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R100 nationwide
Penfolds
Penfolds has been producing remarkable wines since 1844 and indisputably led the development of Australian fine wine in the modern era. The introduction of Penfolds Grange in 1951 forever changed the landscape of Australian fine wine. Since then a series of stand-out wines both white and red have been released under the Penfolds masthead. Peter Gago Penfolds Chief Winemaker and only the 4th custodian of Grange relishes the opportunity to bring Penfolds to the world stage and is an enthusiastic ambassador and natural educator. Penfolds came to the attention of the US market when 1990 Grange was Wine Spectator’s ‘Wine of the Year’. Since then Penfolds Grange has become one of the most collectable wines of the world and was honored to grace the front cover once again of Wine Spectator with declarations of Grange as Australia’s Icon.
Description
Instantly recognisable – ostentatiously trademark Eden Valley Riesling. Rose petal and white flower scents arise, reverently accompanied by a citrusy splash (lemon/lime), and subtle hints of kiwi fruit and gooseberry. Additional curiosity invoked – exotically prompted by snow pea tendrils, snapped dandelion stems, and almond blossom. Easier-recognised talc-like ‘minerality’ to close. Citrus to the forefront: lemon-drops, fresh green lime-juice and grated lime-zest invigorate; an uplifting lemonsorbet freshness and vitality enthral. Fruit ripeness is balanced by clean, zesty acidity, with a brave phenolic grip inducing a memorable finish.
Food Pairing
Milder Thai dishes such as Thai beef salad, raw Asian fish dishes such as sashimi and fish tartares.
