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Burn Cottage is best known for its Pinot Noir, but this Riesling Grüner Veltliner blend is one of Central Otago’s quiet success stories. The fruit is sourced from the Sauvage Vineyard in Bannockburn, which was planted in 2005. The site’s schist soils and cool climate allow both varieties to retain definition and drive while achieving full phenolic ripeness. Winemaking is a low-intervention process: the grapes are pressed and fermented with indigenous yeast in stainless steel and seasoned oak. The result is a layered, textural wine that balances Riesling’s precision with Grüner’s flesh and spice. Expect notes of citrus peel, white flowers, and stone fruit on the nose, with a palate that carries through those characters, complemented by mineral depth and a clean, dry finish. This is a wine that evolves well over several years and pairs equally well with food or as an aperitif. A small-production release that quietly broadens the picture of what Central Otago can do beyond Pinot Noir.

The 2023 vintage of Lark Hill 'Estate Grown' Riesling from the Canberra District is a truly exceptional offering from the renowned New South Wales winery. With a pale straw colour and vibrant green hues, this wine immediately catches the eye. On the nose, delicate aromas of fresh lime, Granny Smith apples, and white flowers dance together, while the palate delivers a burst of zesty citrus, crisp green apple, and a subtle minerality. The acidity is perfectly balanced, creating a refreshing and lively mouthfeel that lingers on the finish. This Riesling is a true representation of the unique terroir of the Canberra District, and its 2023 vintage is a testament to the winemaking expertise of Lark Hill. Enjoy now or cellar for a few years to experience the evolution of this exceptional wine.

Fresh and mineral (flinty notes), lemony aromas, pineapple and soft aromas of hawthorn. The palate is fruity, keeping a fine mineral tension and salinity at the end

Complex and expressive, showing lifted brown lime, lemon and lime curd, and delicate citrus florals. Secondary development reveals classic aged characters of marmalade, honey, lanolin and buttered toast, with gentle toasty nuances adding depth. Time in bottle has delivered a fuller, richer palate while retaining Clare Valley precision. Flavours of preserved lemon, brown lime and citrus flow into notes of toast, honey and subtle fruit sweetness. Slate and wet stone minerality underpin the wine, complemented by a faintly waxy texture. The finish is long, dry and precise, driven by beautifully balanced, mouth-watering acidity that keeps the wine fresh and vibrant.