Jim Barry Lodge Hill Dry Riesling
Pale straw color wine with vibrant aromas of lime juice, pink grapefruit, white peach, orange blossom, and citrus peel. The palate is bone-dry featuring flavors of citrus fruits likegrapefruit, mandarin, citrus zest with salty and stoney accents. Jim Barry acquired the Lodge Hill Vineyard in 1977, believing it held great potential for Riesling in the Clare Valley. The vineyard is located on the eastern ranges of Clare, at about 480 m elevation, with soils of brown loam over clay and fractured slate bedrock. Jim Barry’s approach emphasizes freshness, vineyard expression, and minimal intervention in the winery.
Grape Varietal: Riesling
Feature: Sustainable
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia
Appellation: Clare Valley
Grape Profile: Riesling is a white grape variety celebrated for its high acidity and the diverse styles of wine it can produce. Riesling wines are known for their vibrant aromatics, exhibiting notes of green apple, citrus, peach, and often a unique petrol-like character with age.
Region Profile: Clare Valley is one of Australia's premier wine regions. The region's warm days and cool nights create ideal conditions for grape growing, contributing to the intense flavors and balanced acidity found in its wines. The diverse soil types and varying altitudes also add to the complexity and uniqueness of the wines.
Pair with: Poultry and Pork. Seafood such as oysters, scallops, or sushi. Light salads, citrus-infused dishes. Soft cheeses like Munster and Goat. Vegetarian dishes like vegetable stir-fry or quinoa salad.
