RIPOSTE BY TIM KNAPPSTEIN The Scimitar Riesling, Clare Valley

The Killermans Run Riesling is created with drinkability in mind. It's a seriously fresh, easy drinking Riesling that is worth taking a look at! Created by Kevin Mitchell this wine boasts loads of freshness and natural acid ensures that there is some ageability to be enjoyed ahead.

The Knappstein Ackland Watervale Riesling is a lively expression of lime and orange blossom underwritten by bath salt and talc purity. The palate has hallmark Clare minerality carried by zesty lime finish. A wine made for the cellar.

This outstanding Riesling has subdued lavender, fresh herb aromas, lemon blossom while the palate is soft round and smoothed out by a touch of sweetness that is deep and lingering. Before being grasped by a clenched fist of acidity.. The finish is taunt, ultra-crisp with a whisper of sweetness before the zesty dry grip takes over.

Grab this bargain while stocks last! Always one of the most anticipated annual Riesling releases, O'Leary Walker continue to create classic Clare Rieslings with massive ageing potential.

Crisp, tangy and delicate, Mr Riggs Watervale Riesling displays a pale yellow with lime hues. Vibrant bouquet of stone fruit, slate and zesty lime. Fine acidity and great balance, the palate is an explosion of fresh yellow fruit and superb minerality.

Produced from 40 year old vines in the Clare Valley's renowned Watervale district this superb Riesling shows vibrant citrus fruit on the nose with deep minerally flavours and a crisp lingering finish.