Hamish sources the grapes for this Riesling from the Lambert Vineyard at Gundaroo, which is part of the Canberra District (although it sits in NSW, just to get really confusing). Even now after a few years maturing, this super citrussy wine is seriously taut and fresh, all preserved lemon energy and a zingy backbone, with a little extra textural punch thanks to a portion of the grapes fermented on their skins. You want refreshment? This Riesling has it in droves.

Mada is a pretty new operation, run by Hamish Young, who previously cut his teeth at famed winery Eden Road. This is Hamish's first foray out on his own, and he's off to a great start. Since 2016 he's been bottling slippery, juicy, eminently drinkable wines, with a focus on Riesling and Shiraz. He sources fruit from some great sites across the Canberra and Hilltops regions, and whilst his first releases were a smash hit with their colourful branding, the results get better and better with the newer wines His wines show a fresher and more modern side of NSW wine, all about vibrant fruit and easy drinking. His gentle use of lees maturation and whole bunches generate texture without sacrificing freshness. There's an inherent spiciness to all the reds, but they aren't heavy at all - just perfumed and well balanced. Hamish is definitely a producer to watch for the future - one of the new crop shaking up the regional scene!