by Colleen Kelly | Nov 12, 2024
This gem benefits from the gray slate soil of the steep, south-facing Bockstein vineyard, weaving its magic by infusing the wine with captivating minerality. This dry Riesling dances on the palate with vibrant acidity and delightful notes of citrus and stone fruits,...
by Colleen Kelly | Jul 25, 2023
Fruit for the Niersteiner Riesling was sourced from the best premier cru sites on the Roter Hang; specifically, the Orbel and Ölberg sites. The clay slate soil provides explosive minerality that is supported by precise acidity. Enticing aromas of red currant, herbal...
by Colleen Kelly | Jul 6, 2023
The friendship between Ernst Loosen of the Dr. Loosen Estate in Germany, and Peter Barry of Jim Barry Wines, Australia, began in 1995 in London. Forged out of a mutual respect for the noble variety Riesling, this collaboration of ideas pays homage to the winemaking...
by Colleen Kelly | Jun 28, 2023
Jim Barry purchased the Lodge Hill vineyard in 1977 as he was sure it would “produce some of the best Riesling in Clare.” Situated on the eastern ranges of the township of Clare, Lodge Hill is one of the highest vineyards in the Valley – at an altitude of 1575 feet –...
by Colleen Kelly | Jun 17, 2023
With a pale straw color in the glass, the nose of this wine has vibrant aromatics of lemon, orange blossom. It is driven by a powerful depth of flavor; lemon, lime and grapefruit with classic Watervale fragrant, floral musk. It’s clean line of acidity gives great...