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Cooter & Cooter Riesling 2017
Grape Type Pronunciation: "reeze-ling"
Primary flavours
Citrus
Grapefruit
Green Apple
Lime
Pear
Aromatic
Herbs
Spiced Ginger
Tangy
Details
This elegant and tangy Riesling from Watervale shows us some classic characters of a young Clare Valley vineyard. Grown on mostly limestone soils and that's exactly what you get in the glass! Pretty aromatics of green apples and white flowers with a zest of grapefruit skin. On the palate you will enjoy a crunchy, youthful acidity followed by some bittersweet lime fruit and a super cleansing finish - it's a classic dry riesling yet with the perfect amount of fleshy, generous fruit.

Kimberly and James Cooter are the joint captains of the seemingly unstoppable ship that is Cooter & Cooter, a McLaren Vale winery based in the stunning Whites Valley that continues to make impressive waves on the Aussie wine scene. While they come from a family which has dabbled in winemaking on several occasions over the past 150 years, their passion and dedication for quality vino is a thoroughly modern one. Indeed, they’ve committed themselves and their skills to making the kinds of bottles 21st century Australian wine fans adore: packed full of flavour, bursting with character, and with a true reflection of the land on which the grapes are grown. The result of their labours is an impressive portfolio of wine styles, each of which balances drinkability and approachability with a rare finesse - exactly the type of wine we love to share with our mates while enjoying a home-cooked dinner! While the vast majority of their wine grapes are grown in the coastal vineyards they purchased back in 2012, they also source some seriously top-quality grapes from Clare Valley, too. The philosophy and approach remains the same, however, no matter where their fruit comes from: James and Kimberly believe in small batches, low yields, low intervention and a combination of traditional and contemporary techniques… essentially, doing a good job with the raw ingredients they have access to, treating the fruit with respect, and letting the terroir do the talking. They’ve got the family experience to ensure the high notes are hit time and time again, and we’re more than excited to be checking out each and every one of their latest releases. This elegant and tangy Riesling from Watervale shows us some classic characters of a young Clare Valley vineyard. Grown on mostly limestone soils and that's exactly what you get in the glass! Pretty aromatics of green apples and white flowers with a zest of grapefruit skin. On the palate you will enjoy a crunchy, youthful acidity followed by some bittersweet lime fruit and a super cleansing finish - it's a classic dry riesling yet with the perfect amount of fleshy, generous fruit.
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Specs
Region
Clare Valley
country
Australia
Grape type
Riesling (Dry)
Wine Maker
Cooter & Cooter
Alcohol
12%
Vintage
2017
Cellar period
1-3 years
Production method
Sustainably Made
State
SA
Pairing guide
Ask any sommelier or wine expert, and the chances are their favourite food pairing wine will be a dry Riesling. Why? Because the crispness and sharpness of this wine style makes it incredibly versatile, and absolutely delicious to drink alongside a wide range of inventive and flavourful dishes. This wine from Cooter and Cooter would be perfectly happy served with white fish like snapper and barramundi, but would also work really well with Mexican street food dishes combining lime juice with chilli and coriander. It’s great with sushi, perfect with light pork and poultry dishes, stunning with Asian flavours… the world’s your oyster with this gorgeous wine!
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Food
Seafood
Asian
Fish
Vietnamese
Tastes
Tangy
Moods
Seasons
Summer
Spring
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Wine region
Clare Valley, Australia
The Clare Valley is a picturesque wine region located in the mid-north of South Australia, about two hours' drive from Adelaide. The region is known for its Mediterranean-style climate, which is characterised by warm days and cool nights. This climate, combined with the region's diverse range of soils, provides ideal growing conditions for a range of grape varieties, including Riesling, Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Clare Valley is a well-established region, with the first grapevines being planted in the 1840s. Today, the region is home to more than 50 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourists and locals alike. So whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or just looking to try something new, the Clare Valley is sure to have something to suit your tastes!
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