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Viridian Wines Riesling 2008 from Tasmania is a finely aged cool-climate Riesling showing lifted aromas of lime zest, lemon curd and dried citrus peel, layered with developed notes of honey, toast and subtle petrol complexity. The palate remains impressively vibrant, with crisp citrus core, mineral drive and firm natural acidity still giving structure after extended bottle age. Secondary flavours of wet stone, beeswax and soft spice add depth and richness without losing focus. The texture is elegant and flowing, reflecting both maturity and the wine’s underlying purity. The finish is long, precise and dry, making it a beautifully complex, fully developed Riesling best enjoyed now with seafood, shellfish or Asian cuisine.
Region: Derwent Valley, Tasmania
Budburst Rating: #excellentwine 94pts
last tasted by Joe 16/4/26
Viridian Wines Riesling 2008 from Tasmania is a finely aged cool-climate Riesling showing lifted aromas of lime zest, lemon curd and dried citrus peel, layered with developed notes of honey, toast and subtle petrol complexity. The palate remains impressively vibrant, with crisp citrus core, mineral drive and firm natural acidity still giving structure after extended bottle age. Secondary flavours of wet stone, beeswax and soft spice add depth and richness without losing focus. The texture is elegant and flowing, reflecting both maturity and the wine’s underlying purity. The finish is long, precise and dry, making it a beautifully complex, fully developed Riesling best enjoyed now with seafood, shellfish or Asian cuisine.
Region: Derwent Valley, Tasmania
Budburst Rating: #excellentwine 94pts
last tasted by Joe 16/4/26
