Wine Code Breaker #442

The early onset of frost can be a vintage killer. Those little buds that advance ahead of perhaps when they should, can be exposed to dry, freezing conditions. Some mechanical movement of air will help. Small heater pods can too. A site with an exposure to sea breezes and a landscape that promotes a thermal blankets are better. Planting Riesling, where suited of course, may be better again with its later budding. Put all three together and you can guarantee a crop. It is then over to the winemaker to do their thing.

The 2023 Lowboi Riesling is from the Porongurup, a sub-region of the Great Southern region in Western Australia. An almost clear wine in the glass with a light green to yellow tinge brightens the mood. On the nose, white blossoms, lemon zest, grapefruit pith, and a pinch of ginger spice add excitement. The palate has the lemons, the grapefruit, and the zest. Green olives and minerals too, mingle effortlessly with the lightly oily, slightly gripping, and waxy texture that is keenly balanced by its bracing acidity. A highly persistent wine with glorious flavours brings on an ever-broadening smile, indicating the winemaker has certainly done their thing with this one!

Enjoy!