Half Dry Riesling (2025)
<p>This is a style of Riesling which is very popular in Germany, where is it is known as Halbtrocken (Half Dry). It is a particularly good accompaniment to spicy dishes as the slight sweetness in the wine balances the spice and heat. This is the 17th vintage of this very popular style, and each year we fine tune balance between flavour, acid and sweetness. Released under the distinctive red coloured label.</p>
The Grapes
The 2024/25 was a standout vintage and produced some of our best wines in 50 years. It started with warm, dry conditions with heavy morning frosts. Dry cool nights and warm days with storms continued through to harvest, resulting in harvest starting on time in early March. Riesling excelled with incredible flavours, crisp acid and a perfectly balanced palate. Yields were above average. A Riesling year to remember.
The Wine
This popular style of Riesling is a good accompaniment to spicier Thai or Indian dishes as the slight sweetness in the wine balances the spice. Bright, light yellow colour, lime and lemon citrus aromas, hints of stone fruit and a dry finish. Cellaring for more than 2 years will reward you with sweeter lime cordial flavours.
Serve with
Great with spicy Thai, Chinese or Indian flavours where the sweetness of the wine balances out the heat.
Cellar for
The balance of acid and sugar in this wine means it is perfect to drink and enjoy now. If kept for longer than two years the wine will start to develop sweeter lime cordial flavours.
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Vintage
2025
Winemaker
Ken Helm
Region
Canberra District
Harvested
March 2025
Bottled
June 2025
Alcohol
11%
Maturation