I can’t remember where I read this quote but it went like this; “Beauty is whatever gives joy” (thanks to Edna St.Vincent Millay, an early to mid-1900’s American lyrical poet and playwright). For me, Riesling fits neatly into this quote and, when it comes to this particular Riesling, it is bottled beauty. I realise this may seem a bit fanciful, but if you knew the pleasure, or joy if you like, that I got from knowing I was going to try this wine, and then actually tasting this wine, you will know what I mean.

Region: Sorell, Tasmania    Price: $35     Source: Sample thanks kindly to Hill- Smith Family Estates

The aromas are ever so inviting. Fresh and lively, limes show the way and provide the foundation of what your palate is going to experience, however, there is a nice complementary, almost floral note coming through too. Youthfulness, precise and abundant citrus fruit flavours, mouth-wateringly acidic and a lovely palate feel that lingers long, just about sums it up really. This has been built on a solid foundation of lovely fruit and terrific Tasmanian natural acidity with a structure to last a very long time. Simply delicious. It is a beauty of a Riesling!