Rieslingfreak No 6 Clare Valley Aged Release Riesling 2015

Rieslingfreak No 6 Clare Valley Aged Release Riesling 2015Rieslingfreak is the story of John Hughes, a man whose deep, abiding passion is Riesling. John started his own label in 2009 with the release of a Clare Valley Riesling. The number of Rieslings he produces has grown to 17 (not all of them are made in each vintage). The fruit for the Rieslingfreak collection is sourced from three regions; Clare Valley, Eden Valley and Polish Hill River. They are also made in a number of styles; dry, off dry, Kabinett,

Martin uses a lightweight Italian model to minimise soil compaction

It's sleek and understated

It envelopes the senses

an aromatic bouquet with cherry and plum fruits coupled with spicy nuances

oak or ripeness: all the pieces are in the right place

but also Barbera d’Alba DOC and Dolcetto d’Alba DOC

followed by the acquisition of the Briarston Vineyard in 1994

cajoling the senses into craving just one more sip

it's pristine and silky

"Power and density meet violet fragrance and varietal definition in this vintage

the bouquet rich and ripe

tannins running alongside the fruits - which don't give it (the tannins) even a passing glance