Description
The Bird in Hand Riesling is an exciting recent addition to the portfolio, as it marks Bird in Hand’s foray into one of Australia’s most coveted cool climate regions for premium wines – Tasmania.
All parcels are kept separate from picking to blending and are meticulously handled in the winery; handpicked then refrigerated overnight prior to hand sorting. The fruit was then delicately whole bunch pressed, which is the gentlest way to extract the juice from the berries.
A long, cool fermentation is key in Riesling production. Temperatures are maintained at 14-16 degrees, with the fermentation lasting 13 days. The wine was then left on light lees for 6 weeks and with light fining prior to bottling. The final blend consists of 80% Clare Valley and 20% Tasmania.
In the glass, the wine exhibits a pale straw colour with brilliant clarity and subtle green hues, hinting at its youth and freshness. The nose is immediately enticing, offering a bouquet of vibrant citrus notes, particularly lime and lemon zest. Delicate floral aromas reminiscent of jasmine and orange blossom. Subtle hints of green apple and white peach. The wine is crisp and refreshing with a laser-like acidity that provides excellent structure. The flavour profile showcases zesty citrus fruits, dominated by lime and grapefruit. Crunchy green apple and pear along with a touch of honey and wet slate. The balance between fruit ripeness and acidity is exceptional, creating a harmonious and invigorating mouthfeel.
Ageing potential: A wine with all the hallmarks to age gracefully over the next 10+ years.
Food pairing: Pairing well with delicate fish and light Asian dishes, the Riesling is a good match to spaghetti vongole or Vietnamese chicken salad.
Alcohol: 12% ABV
