RiverBank Rebellious Verdelho 2023

Accolades

Ray Jordan– 93 Pts

“You can clearly see the link between this young verdelho and the mature release 2017, which has also come out this year. This one’s just bursting with lovely fruit qualities. There are some nice nectarine and guava characters, with plenty of tropical fruit complexity. It’s quite fine at the moment and holding things pretty close, but it will continue to develop into a lovely mature wine. Hard to put down now!”

Tasting Notes

• Colour: Pale straw with youthful green hues
• Aromatics: Ripe nectarine, guava, and fresh tropical fruit aromas with hints of honeysuckle
• Palate: Juicy flavours of mango and guava unfold over a refreshing backbone of acidity. Fine texture and balance carry through to a lingering finish that embodies the warmth and richness of the Swan Valley.

Winemaker’s Note

“This Verdelho captures everything we love about the Swan Valley – generous tropical fruit, natural vibrancy, and the ability to evolve beautifully in bottle. It’s pure sunshine in a glass.”

Viticulture & Winemaking

🔹 Region: Swan Valley, Western Australia
🔹 Vine Age: Old vine fruit, contributing concentration and intensity
🔹 Varietal: 100% Verdelho
🔹 Harvest: Early morning to retain aromatics and freshness
🔹 Fermentation: Cool-fermented in stainless steel to highlight fruit purity
🔹 Maturation: Unwooded, preserving vibrancy and texture
🔹 Alcohol: 13.5% (typical for Swan Valley Verdelho)

Sustainability & Vineyard Care

RiverBank embraces sustainable vineyard practices, focusing on soil health, biodiversity and minimal intervention winemaking. Their old vines continue to thrive under natural conditions, producing fruit with exceptional intensity and balance.

Storage & Serving Tips

• Serving Temperature: 8°C for optimal freshness and aromatics

• Decanting: Not required – serve chilled straight from the bottle

• Cellaring Potential: Enjoy now for vibrancy, or cellar 3–5 years to develop richness and honeyed complexity

Food Pairing Suggestions 🍽️

• Grilled barramundi with citrus and herbs

• Thai green curry with seafood or chicken

• Spicy prawn skewers with mango salsa

• Goat’s cheese and rocket salad

FAQ Wine Terms 🧐

❓ Why does old vine fruit matter?
Older vines produce smaller yields of highly concentrated fruit, resulting in wines with greater depth, flavour and natural balance.

❓ How does Swan Valley Verdelho differ from Margaret River white wines?
Swan Valley Verdelho tends to be richer and more tropical, with luscious fruit weight, while Margaret River whites lean towards leaner citrus and minerality.

❓ Can Verdelho age?
Absolutely – young examples are vibrant and fresh, while aged Verdelho (like RiverBank’s 2017 release) develops honeyed, nutty complexity over time.

 
 
 
 
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