2001 Grosset Polish Hill Riesling
Posted: Mon Sep 08, 2003 6:55 pm
Bought a swag of the stuff and having never tried one, thought I'd crack my first tonight just for the hell of it (knowing full well the vinicidal consequences of my action 
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Note
The palest of light straw but quite bright. Nose a little reticent at first, opening up with swirling to reveal an attractive grapefruit, lime, slate and mineral bouquet. The palate is tight yet powerpacked with crunchy lime and grapefruit meshed to perfectly integrated, rapier-like acidity followed by an explosive, mineral-laden, almost steely, 30+ second finish. This is young Oz Riesling at its best. The balance/structure of this wine enthrals me. Rated Excellent, now, with an Outstanding rating virtually guaranteed some years down the track. I'll try not to touch another one for 3-4 years.
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Note
The palest of light straw but quite bright. Nose a little reticent at first, opening up with swirling to reveal an attractive grapefruit, lime, slate and mineral bouquet. The palate is tight yet powerpacked with crunchy lime and grapefruit meshed to perfectly integrated, rapier-like acidity followed by an explosive, mineral-laden, almost steely, 30+ second finish. This is young Oz Riesling at its best. The balance/structure of this wine enthrals me. Rated Excellent, now, with an Outstanding rating virtually guaranteed some years down the track. I'll try not to touch another one for 3-4 years.