Steingarten Riesling
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Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 5 years of release for fresh citrus vibrancy, or aged for 10 to 20 years to develop complex toast, honey, and petrol characters.
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Fresh oysters, pan-seared trout, spicy Thai green curry
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Steingarten, translating to 'stone garden' in German, is one of Australia's most legendary and pioneering cool-climate Rieslings. Conceived in 1962 by Colin Gramp, this iconic wine was born from a daring experiment to plant Riesling on a windswept, bone-dry, and incredibly rocky ridge in the Eden Valley. The terrain was so unforgiving that workers reportedly had to use dynamite to blast planting holes into the hard schist and quartz soils. This extreme terroir forces the vines to struggle, resulting in a wine of immense concentration, laser-like acidity, and a distinctive flinty minerality. Steingarten represents a benchmark for dry Australian Riesling, celebrated for its purity, structure, and ability to reflect the rugged beauty of its high-altitude origins.
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Tracing its heritage back to 1847 when Bavarian immigrant Johann Gramp planted his first vines along the banks of Jacob's Creek, this iconic Australian winery was officially launched under the Jacob's Creek brand in 1976. Located in the heart of South Australia's famed Barossa Valley, the estate is celebrated for its pioneering spirit and commitment to crafting accessible, fruit-driven wines that reflect the diverse terroirs of South Eastern Australia. From the legendary Steingarten Riesling to their innovative Double Barrel series finished in aged whiskey casks, Jacob's Creek produces a versatile portfolio of premium reds, whites, and rosés that have defined the global image of Australian winemaking.