90

Knappstein 2021 Ackland Vineyard Watervale

Riesling (Clare Valley)

A bit shy in its expression, even as it warms up, this youthful wine’s nose peels back layers of lemon, lime and pomelo. The palate adds on a dimension of crushed almond, heather and limestone. Taut from the attack to the finish, there is a touch of penetrating bitterness that is distracting on the otherwise concentrated yet chiseled and lingering finish. It could use some time in bottle to settle down so drink 2023–2027.

90

Knappstein 2021 Ackland Vineyard Watervale

Riesling (Clare Valley)

A bit shy in its expression, even as it warms up, this youthful wine’s nose peels back layers of lemon, lime and pomelo. The palate adds on a dimension of crushed almond, heather and limestone. Taut from the attack to the finish, there is a touch of penetrating bitterness that is distracting on the otherwise concentrated yet chiseled and lingering finish. It could use some time in bottle to settle down so drink 2023–2027.

90

Knappstein 2021 Ackland Vineyard Watervale

Riesling (Clare Valley)

A bit shy in its expression, even as it warms up, this youthful wine’s nose peels back layers of lemon, lime and pomelo. The palate adds on a dimension of crushed almond, heather and limestone. Taut from the attack to the finish, there is a touch of penetrating bitterness that is distracting on the otherwise concentrated yet chiseled and lingering finish. It could use some time in bottle to settle down so drink 2023–2027.