Steeped in heritage and tradition, the Katnook Estate range of premium quality, single varietal wines are crafted from selected distinguished vineyards and are an expression of the classic and unique characteristics of the Coonawarra wine region. The Katnook Estate range is represented in the ‘Excellent’ category of the Langton’s VI, Classification of Australian Wine. Riesling 2018 Grape Variety: Riesling Colour: Pale straw with green hues. Region: Coonawarra Nose: Elegant floral and fresh citrus notes with a hint of spice. Harvest: 26 February 2018 Palate: Vibrant flavours of zesty lime and pH: 3.14 Acidity: 6.4g/L ripe orchard fruit, balanced by an RS: <2.5 g/L Alc/vol : 12.5% underlying mineral accent and a refreshing, dry finish. Vintage: 2018 was an ideal vintage in Coonawarra. Vintage started slightly Food Matching: Barbecued lime and chilli earlier, but good rainfall in the leadup to prawns, Thai red curry or smoked salmon harvest, followed by a warmer and drier salad. season than usual resulted in Riesling grapes picked in optimal condition with Additional Information: outstanding flavours and varietal This wine is vegetarian and vegan friendly. definition. Cellaring Potential: While enjoyable in its youth, cellared properly, this Riesling will age gracefully for up to 15 years. The Katnook Estate range of premium quality, single varietal wines is an expression of the classic and unique characteristics of the Coonawarra wine region. Since 1980, Senior Winemaker Wayne Stehbens has passionately crafted the Katnook Estate range from selected distinguished vineyards, with a philosophy that reflects the essence of Coonawarra’s unique terroir. Steeped in heritage and tradition, the Estate range is recognised and awarded both locally and internationally for its exceptional hallmark quality and unique Coonawarra style. Riesling 2015 Grape Variety :: Riesling Colour :: Pale straw with green hues. Region :: Coonawarra Nose :: Elegant floral and fresh citrus notes with a hint of spice. Harvest :: 2nd March 2015 Palate :: Vibrant flavours of zesty lime pH :: 3.07 Acidity :: 7.4g/L and ripe orchard fruit, balanced by an RS :: 1.8g/L Alc/vol :: 12.5% underlying mineral accent and a refreshing, dry finish. Vintage :: Coonawarra's 2015 vintage was the earliest on record. Food Matching :: Duck confit with An ideal growing season of slightly braised red cabbage, barbecued lime above average temperatures and dry and chilli prawns or a Thai red curry. conditions produced outstanding Riesling fruit with intense flavour, Additional Information: freshness and distinct varietal This wine is vegetarian and vegan friendly. character. Cellaring Potential :: While enjoyable in its youth, cellared properly, this Riesling will age gracefully for up to 15 years. Wayne Stehbens, Senior Winemaker The Katnook Estate range of premium quality, single varietal wines is an expression of the classic and unique characteristics of the Coonawarra wine region. Since 1980, Senior Winemaker Wayne Stehbens has passionately crafted the Katnook Estate range from selected distinguished vineyards, with a philosophy that reflects the essence of Coonawarra’s unique terroir. Steeped in heritage and tradition, the Estate range is recognised and awarded both locally and internationally for its exceptional hallmark quality and unique Coonawarra style. Riesling 2014 Grape Variety :: Riesling Colour :: Pale straw with green Region :: Coonawarra hues. Harvest :: 13th March 2013 Nose :: Fresh citrus and lifted floral notes with subtle hints of pH :: 3.06 Acidity :: 6.9g/L cinnamon and cloves. RS :: 3.6 g/L Alc/vol :: 12.5% Palate :: Vibrant flavours of zesty Coonawarra's 2014 Vintage :: citrus and ripe pear, balanced with a vintage was longer than average distinct mineral character and a with warm, dry days and cool refreshing, dry finish. nights. Ideal growing conditions produced Riesling fruit with intense Food Matching :: Slow roasted flavour, freshness and distinct crispy pork belly with Asian spice, varietal character. grilled seafood platter or a Thai green vegetable curry. Cellaring Potential :: While enjoyable in its youth, cellared properly, this Riesling will age gracefully for up to 12 years. Wayne Stehbens, Senior Winemaker Katnook Estate Riesling 2013 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Katnook Estate range of premium quality, single varietal wines is an expression of the classic and unique characteristics of the Coonawarra wine region. Since 1980, Senior Winemaker Wayne Stehbens has passionately crafted the Katnook Estate range from selected distinguished vineyards, with a philosophy that reflects the essence of Coonawarra’s unique terroir. Steeped in heritage and tradition, the Estate range is recognised and awarded both locally and internationally for its exceptional hallmark quality and unique Coonawarra style. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Grape Variety :: Riesling Region :: Coonawarra, South Australia Harvest :: 14th March 2013 pH :: 3.10 Acidity :: 6.69g/L RS :: 3.6g/L Alc/vol :: 13.0% Vintage :: 2013 was an excellent vintage, characterised by a warm, dry summer and cool harvest period. This ensured Riesling retained its fresh, natural acidity and vibrant flavours. This was one of the earliest vintages on record, with all varieties showing excellent varietal definition. Cellaring Potential :: Katnook Estate Riesling has a track record of cellaring for 8-12 years, developing wonderful toasty, lime characters. It is equally enjoyable as a younger wine. Food Matching :: Riesling is delightful as an aperitif and will also accompany a fresh seafood platter or lightly pan-fried whiting served with a crisp green salad and chat potatoes. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Colour :: Pale straw with light green tinges. Nose :: The wine displays aromas of fresh limes and lifted floral notes together with subtle spice characters of cinnamon, light musk and cloves. Palate :: The palate shows intense fruit flavour with refined acid balance. Fresh flavours of lemon, lime, delicate florals together with refreshing minerality linger through the palate, leading to a crisp, dry finish. Wayne Stehbens, Senior Winemaker Katnook Estate Riesling 2012 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Katnook Estate range of premium quality, single varietal wines are an expression of the classic and unique characteristics of the Coonawarra wine region. Since 1980, Senior Winemaker Wayne Stehbens has passionately crafted the Katnook Estate range from selected distinguished vineyards, with a philosophy that reflects