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Castle Rock Estate

Castle Rock Skywalk Riesling 2024

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Vibrant | Mineral | Fresh & Playful

The Castle Rock Estate Skywalk Riesling 2024 captures the essence of its namesake – the scenic lookout at Castle Rock – with a wine that reflects panoramic beauty in every sip. Full-bodied and flavourful, this Riesling offers a striking balance between richness and finesse, embodying the purity and freshness of the Great Southern region’s cool-climate terroir.

Why You Will Love It

  • Aromatic Complexity: A bouquet that combines delicate florals, musk sticks, and mineral notes, inviting you to experience the depth of its aromatic profile.
  • Crisp, Fresh Palate: Approachable yet irresistibly moreish, with citrus, river stones, and hints of Meyer lemon, creating a fresh and vibrant finish.
  • Food Friendly: A versatile wine that pairs wonderfully with everything from seafood to spicy dishes, making it perfect for a variety of occasions.
  • Aging Potential: While enjoyable now, this Riesling has the potential to age beautifully over the next decade, gaining complexity and intrigue with time.

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Tasting Notes

The 2024 Castle Rock Skywalk Riesling is a wine that offers both immediate appeal and the potential for long-term enjoyment. In the glass, it presents a pale lemon hue with a hint of green, showcasing a classic bouquet of musk sticks, delicate florals, and mineral notes, along with citrus and river stones that enrich its aromatic profile.

On the palate, the wine strikes a delicate balance between richness and freshness, with subtle textures and vibrant acidity reminiscent of softer Meyer lemons. It’s wonderfully approachable and flavoursome, with citrus and mineral notes coming through on the finish, which is clean, crisp, and playful. The wine’s good length and refreshing character make it a versatile choice for food pairings and enjoyable sipping.

Food Pairing Suggestions

  • Seafood: Ideal with fresh shellfish, such as oysters or prawns, where the wine’s crisp acidity enhances the delicate flavours of the seafood.
  • Spicy Dishes: A great match for spicy Asian cuisine, such as Thai or Indian dishes, where the wine’s freshness complements the heat and complexity of the spices.
  • Creamy Spinach Cob Loaf: A delightful pairing for the wine’s dry finish and floral notes, which will enhance the richness of the creamy dip.

Best Serving Temp

Serve the 2024 Skywalk Riesling well-chilled at 8°C to 10°C to maintain its vibrant freshness and allow the aromatic complexities to shine.

  • If storing in the fridge (5°C): Remove the bottle 10 minutes before serving to allow it to warm slightly, bringing out its full character.

Additional Information

  • Grape Variety: Riesling
  • Region: Great Southern, Western Australia
  • Alcohol: 11.5% by Vol | 6.9 Standard Drinks
  • pH: 3.19
  • TA: 6.9 g/L
  • RS: 0.3 g/L
  • Closure: Screwcap
  • Vintage: 2024
  • Volume: 750ml

Technical Terms Explained

  • Free-Run Juice: The juice that is naturally released from the grapes before any pressing. It’s considered the highest quality juice and is used for premium wines.
  • pH & TA: pH measures the acidity of the wine (lower pH means higher acidity), while TA (total acidity) quantifies it in terms of grams per litre. This wine has excellent acidity, contributing to its fresh and vibrant character.
  • Residual Sugar (RS): This wine has a very low RS (0.3 g/L), meaning it is dry but retains a rich, mineral-driven texture.

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