With Richard Slater & Grant Foulkes
Richard says:
2018 Jim Barry Watervale Riesling
12.5%, Clare Valley, South Australia RRP $20
For this summer’s drinking with white meats, fish, or Asian foods, Riesling is keenly priced for budget-conscious drinkers. This young wine is loaded with – deserved – bling. It’s a very pale colour, with riotous scents of talc, lemon, musk, blossom and passionfruit. The palate is thrillingly vibrant, with clean, lasting citrus-driven fruit flavours. And it will mature gracefully for many years. Once tasted, further purchases are predicted.
Conclusion: Outstanding quality and value.
Grant says:
2017 Oakridge Meunier
13.7%, Yarra Valley, Victoria RRP, $28
If you can’t tear yourself away from reds over summer, give this a go. Similar in style to Pinot and commonly blended in Champagne, it’s hard to find as a single varietal; but in the capable hands of Oakridge’s winemakers, expect fresh ripe, red berries over the palate and a soft, savoury finish.
Conclusion: Pair with pulled pork tacos!
