Late Harvest Riesling
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Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from vintage release to appreciate its vibrant fruit character, though it can develop complex kerosene and marmalade notes with further cellaring.
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Blue cheese, fruit tarts, spicy Asian cuisine
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Hailing from the cool, maritime-influenced vineyards of Victoria, the Scotchmans Hill Late Harvest Riesling is a beautiful expression of patience and terroir. By leaving the Riesling grapes on the vine well past the normal harvest period, the winemakers allow the fruit to dehydrate slightly, concentrating the natural sugars, acids, and flavors. The moderating ocean breezes from the nearby bay keep the night temperatures cool, preserving the grape's vital natural acidity which prevents the resulting sweet wine from becoming cloying. This delicate balance of luscious sweetness and vibrant, crisp acidity is a testament to the estate's cool-climate viticultural expertise, yielding a dessert-style wine rich with notes of candied citrus, honeyed apricot, and floral blossoms.
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Established in 1982 by David and Vivienne Browne, Scotchmans Hill is a pioneering estate located on the Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria, Australia. The winery is highly regarded for its cool-climate maritime terroir, characterized by black volcanic soils and moderating ocean breezes that shape its elegant, mineral-driven wines. Under the guidance of long-standing chief winemaker Robin Brockett, the estate focuses on traditional, sustainable viticulture to produce exceptional, estate-grown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Shiraz, alongside their premium Cornelius range. Located at 190 Scotchmans Road, 3222 Drysdale, Victoria, Australia, the winery's official website is https://www.scotchmans.com.au.