CLARE VALLEY & SURROUNDING REGIONS
108 TASTED
89 AWARDED
A very high strike rate here which just shows the quality and consistency of the region. Whilst Clare is known as the yardstick for Australian rieslings don’t overlook some other great wines from the greatly underrated cabernet class. Mid-weight shiraz is also a feature where winemakers who have measured oak have made some crackers.
SPARKLING
1 TASTED
1 AWARDED
One example of a nice sparkling riesling showing a touch of sweetness.
Reillys Watervale Clare Valley Cuvée Riesling 2020
A vibrant and “playful” sparkling with good concentration of floral fruit and citrus elements. $30
OTHER WHITES
9 TASTED
7 AWARDED
Generally, a solid group of well-made wines from a range of varietals. “It shows there is more to Clare than just riesling,” noted one judge.
Artwine Wicked Stepmother Single Vineyard Clare Valley Fiano 2020
Vibrant green hues with citrus blossom aromas and hints of limes. Great depth of varietal flavours with slight sweetness nicely balanced by the acid. $35
Sit Stay Society Violet’s Clare Valley Grüner Veltliner 2020 (375ml)
Surprisingly floral nose with pungent complexity and a gorgeous bright clean lemon palate. “A very pretty wine.” $10
Artwine Prego Single Vineyard Clare Valley Pinot Grigio 2020
Shy floral and citrus fragrances with mouth filling pear and honey flavours. Very true to the style. $25
Ulster Park Wines ‘1867’ Clare Valley Pinot Gris 2020
Restrained tropical nose with an elegant nicely textured tropical fruit palate. $25
Artwine Madame V Single Vineyard Clare Valley Viognier 2019
“A great example from a tough year.” Leaner style with good spiciness and honey notes. $25
