Alkoomi

Frankland River, Western Australia

Riesling 2006

Pale lemon color with a green tint. Youthful nose with a medium intensity of candied fruit, minerality, apricot and smoke aromas. Hints of dairy. Dry on the palate. Medium(+) acidity, medium alcohol and body. Medium intensity of citrus fruit and minerality. Short length with a peppery finish. Drink now or keep until 2010-12.

A very clean, almost too clean, Riesling. Acidity and minerality cut through sharply. But cut through what? There is so little fruit left. It's a shame that the level of minerality does not have much to partner with. Alcohol and acidity are well-balanced and make for a refreshing picnic wine.