Tuesday Blind Tastings

Pioneer Road Riesling 2016

Clare Valley, Australia

Price: $18

Rating: 90

Source: GraysOnline

Description: Pale colour. Lime, stone fruit, kero, honeysuckle and floral aromas on the nose. The palate was minerally with good acid and length. A good example of Clare Riesling that should age well.

Tasting date: 11 April 2017

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