2022 Mount Horrocks Watervale Riesling

Started in the 1980’s, Mount Horrocks was purchased by Stephanie Toole in 1993 and it was from there that it’s reputation was built as one of the country’s top Riesling producers. Certified Organic and biodynamic the vineyard is unusual in that it is south facing and at a very high altitude – two factors that contribute to a cooler site which is preferred in this time of climate warming.

A Majestic Watervale Riesling  possessing an exceptionally concentrated core of lime and citrus fruit and bursting with energy.

Brilliant water like core with highlights of green around the edges. Leaping out of the glass with superb intensity are lemon, lime and orange rind scents which are trailed by distinct talc and chalky mineral notes. A pure concentrate of Riesling, lime and citrus fruits burst across the scrumptious palate engulfing every corner of the mouth. Crunchy acidity underscores the voluminous fruit with notions of orange rind, chalky talc, subtle wet steel and flinty mineral like characters also present.
Magnificent power and depth with a seriously concentrated conclusion that’s insanely long. Resistance will prove futile. One of the best yet from this estate.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 13%

Other Reviews....
Very much on song with its white flower, apple and lime blossom aromas. While it isn't the least uncertain in the mouth, it grows rapidly on the back palate and finish, with palpable structure to its lime-drenched flavours and acidity. Drink to 2035.
96 points
James Halliday's Top 100 Wines of 2022

A very good year for Riesling in the Clare Valley.
Plenty of bath salts, spice and perfume, lime and lime zest. It’s juicy, a distinct lime zest and gin and tonic sort of flavour, chalky texture, quite intense, fennel, and a juicy/crunchy finish of excellent length. Packed with Watervale goodness. Lovely. Drink 2022-2030+
95 points
Gary Walsh - The Wine Front

If you can count on something, it is that the Mount Horrocks Rieslings are on point every vintage that goes by. This 2022 Watervale Riesling is as tight and as focused as I've seen it, and the laser beam of acidity that points across the mouth and down into the throat is as pronounced as Batman's Klieg light over Gotham. The wine is restrained and determined in the mouth, outlaying fleshy lime zest, preserved lemon, green apples and crushed chalk. It is a marvel, and we know these wines age with ease, especially under the STELVIN closure. Drink it whenever it brings you pleasure. Drink 2022-2047.
96 points
Erin Larkin - Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate