2000 Riesling and Blends Wines from Penfolds

Round, slightly coarse and cloying riesling whose developed bouquet of toast, butter and lemon sherbet reveals undertones of baby powder, cold tea and apricots. Juicy, forward and confectionary, its palate lacks length and freshness, delivering a cloying and almost oily palate with greenish edges. Perhaps such wines should only be released from the better vintages.

Colour:Light pale green with brilliant hues. Nose:The varietal riesling is superbly defined with abundant, up-front spice, grapefruit, cinnamon and rose petal characters typical of cool climate Eden Valley fruit. Palate:Medium-bodied with intense yet delicate fine riesling fruit flavours. abundant citrus and green apple characters with a soft, clean and crisp finish.