Pewsey Vale Dry Riesling, Eden Valley, Australia

A classic expression of Australia’s premier high-altitude Riesling region, the Pewsey Vale Dry Riesling, Eden Valley, Australia, captures the purity and precision of this historic single-vineyard estate. As the first Riesling vineyard ever planted in Eden Valley—dating back more than 175 years, Pewsey Vale continues its unwavering focus on one grape, one site, and one remarkable style. This dry Riesling is vibrant, aromatic, and beautifully structured, offering a timeless profile that speaks to both place and purpose.

Product Details:

• Variety: 100% Riesling
• Alcohol: 12.5% ABV
• Residual Sugar: 2.5 g/L
• Total Acidity: 6.87 g/L
• pH: 3.16
• Fermentation: Indigenous yeast fermentation in stainless steel
• Maturation: Unoaked
• Harvest Dates: March 3–17, 2022
• Closure: Screwcap
• Farming Practices: Sustainable, minimal intervention

Sensory Description:

Pale straw with green highlights, this Riesling leads with bright, expressive aromas of white flowers, lemon zest, fine dried herbs, and a hint of fresh pineapple. On the palate, it is both structured and mouthwatering, with flavors of grapefruit, lime, and fresh rosemary weaving through a mineral-laced, textural core. A subtle touch of white pepper adds complexity, and the naturally soft acidity lends a clean, elegant finish that lingers with precision and poise.

Awards & Accolades:

• Silver – TEXSOM International Wine Awards (2024)
• Bronze – Royal Adelaide Wine Show (2022)
• Bronze – Best Riesling 2022

Winemaker's Background:

Pewsey Vale Vineyard was first established in 1847 by Englishman Joseph Gilbert and later revitalized in 1961 by Geoffrey Parsons, who recognized its historical and viticultural significance. Working with Wyndham Hill Smith, he replanted the site in contoured rows that remain today. The soils, shallow sands over quartz and schist gravels, are ideal for Riesling, allowing the grape to express Eden Valley’s hallmark citrus, minerality, and lifted aromatics with clarity. The winery has remained committed to single-vineyard, single-varietal Riesling ever since, producing only three focused expressions: Prima (off-dry), The Contours (aged), and the flagship Dry Riesling.

Serving Suggestions:

Enjoy the Pewsey Vale Dry Riesling slightly chilled with seared scallops, Thai noodle salad, salt and pepper squid, or fresh oysters. It also complements dishes like tomato salad with pickled walnuts or creamy goat cheese. Ideal serving temperature: 45–50°F.

The Pewsey Vale Dry Riesling, Eden Valley, Australia, is a stunning example of site-driven winemaking and generational excellence. For those who crave energy, complexity, and longevity in a white wine, this bottle offers both immediate pleasure and rewarding potential in the cellar.