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Clonakilla

Clonakilla Riesling 2025

Name: Clonakilla Riesling 2025
Brand: Clonakilla
SKU: CLRI202510 UCAU
Price: 37.99 AUD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

SKU: CLRI202510 UCAU

$37.99

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5.0 (1)

An acknowledged iconic producer.

Granny Smith apple, subtle orange and steely mineral characters complete a crunchy finish. A wine of stunning purity.

Voted Halliday's Top 100 wines of 2025!

Critic Scores & Awards

95 // Wine Pilot

"There are two types of wine lovers. Those who understand and appreciate the glory of Australian Riesling, and those who are yet to see the light. Among the former, most will turn immediately to the Clare and Eden valleys, with a nod to Frankland River. Some of our other regions are woefully underestimated and Canberra is proving itself very much part of the neglected, when it comes to this grape. The Rieslings from here can be beautifully constructed, taking advantage of the cooler climate. My spies, and the evidence to date, suggest that the 2025 vintage is a truly spectacular one and anyone interested in seeing just how good these wines can be should turn their attention to them as soon as possible. Quantities are never extensive. Clonakilla is, of course best known, for its brilliant reds, especially the Shiraz Viognier. Do not ignore their Riesling. It is something special. A very pale lemon hue, there are intense aromatics with citrus, florals, limes, bath salts and talc all evident, with slight chalky notes in the background. Bright, zesty acidity runs the length and the wine is immaculately balanced. Utterly pristine, there is excellent focus and a very long and persistent finish here. This sits with the very best Clonakilla Rieslings I have seen. 15 years. - Ken Garget(more...)"

95 // The Real Review

"Pale straw, bright in the glass and vibrant. Really pretty and lifted aromas of white flowers, lime leaf, lemon pith, bath salts, wet stone and lemon sherbet. Pithy, crunchy and deliciously mouth-watering. There’s lovely purity and drive, with lashings of perky citrus, tangy acidity and some shapely, chalky, textured grip on the finish. Classy wine! - Aaron Brasher"

95 // Halliday's Wine Companion

"Ah riesling – vintage barely done and dusted yet here you are in my glass. You’re a delight and delicious, even in this still-evolving stage; the patient will be rewarded, so pop some away in the cellar. Open it today and you’ll be greeted by a waft of lemon and lime blossom, waxy hoya flowers and plenty of citrus tang on the palate, with a distinct mandarin flavour. There are no harsh edges with the acidity, just a lovely sensation of talc and texture. - Jane Faulkne"

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Product Details

White

2025

Riesling

Clonakilla

Canberra District, New South Wales, Australia

10-15 Years

Stelvin

12.0%

750ml (Bottle)

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Estimated dispatch from Warehouse: Wednesday, December 24, 2025

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Description

Clonakilla Riesling 2025 exemplifies the artistry of one of Australia's most iconic and respected producers, celebrated for crafting wines of exceptional purity and finesse. This vintage offers a masterful balance of vibrant fruit character and mineral complexity, delivering a refined yet exhilarating tasting experience.

The bouquet presents enticing aromas of crisp Granny Smith apple layered with subtle nuances of orange zest, inviting the palate to explore its expressive depth. Signature steely mineral notes create a distinct backbone, enhancing the wine’s structure and culminating in a crunchy, refreshing finish that lingers with elegance.

Produced from premium vineyard sites that showcase the unique terroir, the 2025 vintage benefited from ideal growing conditions, resulting in bright acidity and concentrated flavors. This precision and clarity have earned the Clonakilla Riesling 2025 a well-deserved place in Halliday's Top 100 Wines of 2025, underscoring its exceptional quality and the producer’s dedication to excellence.

Known for its stunning purity, this Riesling is a versatile companion to fresh seafood, Asian-inspired dishes, or can be savored on its own to appreciate its vibrant and timeless character. Experience a wine that harmonizes traditional winemaking with modern precision, delivering a pure expression of Riesling that is both elegant and memorable.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Lemon, Lime, Mineral

Palate:

Chalk, Honeydew, Lemon

Food Pairings:

Asian

Fish

Shellfish

Tasting Notes

Description

Clonakilla Riesling 2025 exemplifies the artistry of one of Australia's most iconic and respected producers, celebrated for crafting wines of exceptional purity and finesse. This vintage offers a masterful balance of vibrant fruit character and mineral complexity, delivering a refined yet exhilarating tasting experience.

The bouquet presents enticing aromas of crisp Granny Smith apple layered with subtle nuances of orange zest, inviting the palate to explore its expressive depth. Signature steely mineral notes create a distinct backbone, enhancing the wine’s structure and culminating in a crunchy, refreshing finish that lingers with elegance.

Produced from premium vineyard sites that showcase the unique terroir, the 2025 vintage benefited from ideal growing conditions, resulting in bright acidity and concentrated flavors. This precision and clarity have earned the Clonakilla Riesling 2025 a well-deserved place in Halliday's Top 100 Wines of 2025, underscoring its exceptional quality and the producer’s dedication to excellence.

Known for its stunning purity, this Riesling is a versatile companion to fresh seafood, Asian-inspired dishes, or can be savored on its own to appreciate its vibrant and timeless character. Experience a wine that harmonizes traditional winemaking with modern precision, delivering a pure expression of Riesling that is both elegant and memorable.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Lemon, Lime, Mineral

Palate:

Chalk, Honeydew, Lemon

Food Pairings:

Asian

Fish

Shellfish

Clonakilla

John Kirk planted his first vines at Murrumbateman in the Canberra District in 1971 and named his winery Clonakilla, meaning 'meadow of the church', after his grandfather's farm in County Clare, Ireland.

Eschewing the traditional Australian Cabernet Shiraz blend, John set about crafting single varietal Shiraz. After a visit to Guigal winery in the Rhône Valley's Côte Rôtie in 1991, John's son Tim returned to Australia and started to experiment in the winery, co-fermenting Shiraz with a small amount of Viognier as he saw in France.

The first vintage was produced in 1992. In 1996, feeling pulled in two directions; Tim left his teaching position at a Jesuit school to permanently take on the winemaking and General Manager roles at his family's estate.

The current Clonakilla portfolio consists of Shiraz, Viognier, Riesling, Chardonnay and a Bordeaux Blend. In 2013, Tim was awarded the coveted title of 'Australian Winemaker of the Year' by Gourmet Traveller magazine and his Shiraz-Viognier is often heralded as one of Australia's great reds.

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