Patrick Of Coonawarra

Block 5 Aged Riesling 2017

A tribute to Patrick Tocaciu, our founder, a master and lover of Riesling. A Multi award winning wine and unique style, one that is rarely seen on shelves. Grown in our northern most Coonawarra vineyard. Block 5 Aged is only made in vintages that suit its style, it is bottled soon after harvest and cellared for a minimum of 5 years prior to release. This wine showcases Rieslings natural journey from a fresh, fruity wine in its youth to a complex, textural and toasty Riesling in its age. Cellar for as many years as you can resist, it will only get better.
Tasting Note:
This Riesling shows intense aromas of citrus, lanolin & a distinctive toasty character. The palate is delicately layered showing lime blossom & a wonderful mouth feel that extends to a crisp finish.
Winemaker’s Note:
Fresh & fruity in it’s youth, now displaying the unique characteristics & distinguished flavours that a well made Riesling can. This Riesling has been cellared for 7 years before release and will live for another 20 plus.
Vintage Note:
A cool growing season and above average rainfall lead to a mild growing season that presented some challenges towards the end of harvest. Fortunately the whites benefited from cool ripening season and were picked just in time. Riesling was the stand out variety of the season with the balance of flavour and acidity perfect for this cool climate style.