This Clare Valley Riesling is a testament to the region's ability to produce wines of finesse and elegance. Its combination of floral aromatics, crisp acidity, and textural richness make it a standout example of a well-crafted Riesling from one of Australia's premier wine regions.
NOSE - The 2025 Hanlin Hill Riesling exhibits an aromatic nose of lime citrus with hints of jasmine and stone fruit.
PALATE- Pithy, freshly juiced lemon and notes of white nectarine. Textured with focused minerality and a long finish.
FOOD MATCH - Sashimi (particularly Kingfish), fresh spring vegetables (e.g. Asparagus or Broccolini).
Drink upon release but will reward with careful cellaring for 5-10 years.
95 Points - Ken Gargett – Wine Pilot 2026– “The Yellow Label Hanlin Hill Riesling has long been one of the Clare Valley's finest. A very light lemon hue, there are intense aromas on the nose with limes and apples and hints of sea breezes to the fore. Lovely citrus characters abound and there are also touches of stone fruits. The wine has a fine minerally backing. There is exemplary balance here, a bright line of acidity and excellent length. The finish has real persistence. The freshness and energy suggest it will drink beautifully now, but ensuring a few bottles are put away in the cellar for a decade or two will prove rewarding.”
94 Points – Ray Jordan – Wine Pilot 2026 – “From the time this wine was originally created by Brian Croser, it has been among the best releases each year. It's sourced from Clare, and on the opening, you get an immediate hit of that engaging mix of lime and lemon zest. Deeper within, there's a sort of richer orange and lemon pulpiness which adds some texture with other stone fruits. Yet that fine lingering acidity and precision and a slightly talcy acidity provide that linear mouthfeel but still with a textural touch. An excellent wine to drink now or whack away in the cellar for a good ten years.”
94 Points – Tony Love – Wine Pilot 2026 “From the Clare Valley, specifically Hanlin Hill Vineyard, which has been a long-prized site in the region for the Petaluma Riesling portfolio. Classic Clare citrus blossom with a sense of crushed stone minerally feel in the aromas, with the palate cruising into some pear and apple fruit squeezed over with lemon juice, neatly balancing flavour, acidity and a fine, pithy texture. Everything in tune, everything in harmony - Clare Riesling begging for seafood with salt and pepper or lemon pepper sauces.”
