{"product_id":"rieslingfreak-no-3-clare-valley-riesling-2026","title":"Rieslingfreak No.3 Clare Valley Riesling 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrawn primarily from the Hughes family vineyard in White Hutt, a defining Clare Valley site.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rieslingfreak No.3 Clare Valley Riesling 2026 is a classic, fruit-driven dry Riesling crafted primarily from the Hughes family vineyard located in White Hutt, Clare Valley. The vineyard is renowned for its heavy red clay soil over limestone, classic Terra Rossa soils, which naturally impart rich fruit intensity and generous structure to the wine while retaining vibrant acidity. Meticulously harvested during cool morning hours, the fruit undergoes gentle pressing and temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to safeguard the variety's aromatic purity and site-specific personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, this vintage showcases an exceptional interplay between generosity and delicacy. Bright, expressive aromas of Meyer lemon, tangelo, and nectarine open the bouquet, leading into an intensely flavoured palate filled with juicy lemon, pink grapefruit, rockmelon, and tropical guava notes. Deftly framed by a laser-tight line of crisp natural acidity, it remains racy and focused through a long, mouth-watering finish. Deliciously approachable upon release, its density and tight structural core ensure fantastic development over the next decade in the cellar. It makes a brilliant pairing for freshly shucked oysters, kingfish ceviche, spicy Asian cuisine, or pan-seared white fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Richly aromatic, floral and citrus-driven\u003cbr\u003eMeyer lemon, tangelo, fresh nectarine, white floral blossoms, and subtle talc minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Generous, vibrant and concentrated\u003cbr\u003eZesty lemon juice and pink grapefruit balanced by notes of rockmelon, guava, and crystalline natural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Long, crisp and persistent\u003cbr\u003eDecisive line of tight citrus acidity with persistent lime zest and chalky mineral nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand - Rieslingfreak\u003cbr\u003eStyle - White Wine\u003cbr\u003eVarietal - Riesling\u003cbr\u003eCountry - Australia\u003cbr\u003eState - South Australia\u003cbr\u003eRegion - Clare Valley\u003cbr\u003eVintage - 2026\u003cbr\u003eSize - 750ml\u003cbr\u003eSweetness - Dry\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rieslingfreak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44334912929879,"sku":"RFREAK-NO3-26:","price":25.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/48f22952-00e4-4bcb-9246-fb9560a60aae.webp?v=1790227145","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/rieslingfreak-no-3-clare-valley-riesling-2026","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}