Killerman's Run Riesling
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years of vintage release to appreciate its vibrant primary fruit, though it can comfortably cellar for 7 to 10 years, developing complex toasty and honeyed notes.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Freshly shucked oysters, spicy Thai green curry, grilled snapper with lemon
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The name 'Killerman's Run' is steeped in local Clare Valley folklore, paying homage to Alan Harrison, a legendary local bushman affectionately known as 'Killerman'. In the mid-20th century, Harrison lived a completely self-sufficient lifestyle in a hand-built iron shack in the hills behind what is now the Kilikanoon cellar door, foraging, hunting, and crafting his own provisions. This Riesling captures that rugged, independent spirit, sourced from select vineyards across South Australia's premier cool-climate regions, primarily the Clare Valley. Vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel to preserve its intense natural acidity and vibrant fruit profile, the wine is celebrated for its classic Australian Riesling character—driven by bright citrus, mineral tension, and a crisp, dry finish.
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Founded in 1997 by winemaker Kevin Mitchell, Kilikanoon is nestled in the picturesque Clare Valley of South Australia, operating from a historic property in Penwortham. The winery is celebrated for its meticulous, terroir-driven approach, sourcing fruit from diverse microclimates and ancient, ungrafted vines to craft wines of immense depth and character. Kilikanoon is particularly renowned for its powerful yet elegant Shiraz expressions, such as the flagship Oracle Shiraz and Covenant Shiraz, alongside exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, and crisp Clare Valley Rieslings. This dedication to expressing regional identity has earned the estate international acclaim as one of Australia's premier boutique wineries of the modern era.