Frankland Estate Riesling 2023
¥3,800
An elegant, aromatic wine with notes of spice, bath salts, and white flowers, layered with hints of lime, mandarin, and oyster shell. The palate is driven by vibrant acidity and a textural focus, revealing citrus and nectarine flavors wrapped in a finely structured body. Mineral nuances of talc, iodine, and salinity add depth, leading to a long, refined finish. Enjoy now for its freshness, or cellar for up to a decade to unlock further complexity.
Product Details
Inspired by the landmark Olmos Report of 1956, the estate began by clearing pastureland in Frankland River and planting its first vines, culminating in the establishment of the winery in 1988. Embracing the region’s cool-climate character, the focus has long been on crafting expressive Riesling, though Shiraz and Bordeaux-style blends have also earned strong acclaim.
The vineyards’ iron-rich, deeply colored soils lend the wines both elegance and underlying depth—delivering structure without sacrificing finesse. In 2010, the estate achieved full organic certification across all vineyard holdings, underscoring its commitment to sustainable viticulture.
This Riesling is a quintessential expression of Frankland Estate’s house style: vibrant, pure fruit at its core, seamlessly balanced by finely etched, precise acidity. Expect a wine that is both refreshing and structured, with clarity and poise that make it equally compelling now or with some bottle age.
Food pairing: Perfect with freshly shucked oysters, sashimi, or lightly spiced Thai dishes—the acidity slices cleanly through richness and enhances delicate flavors.
Grape trivia: Riesling is one of the most terroir-transparent grape varieties in the world, meaning subtle differences in soil and climate—like Frankland River’s iron-rich earth—shine vividly in the glass.
1956年発表のオルモズ・レポートに触発され、フランクランド・リヴァーに所有する牧草地を開墾、ブドウを植え、1988年にワイナリーを設立。冷涼気候の特徴を生かし、リースリングを中心にワイン造りに取り組む。鉄分を含む色濃い土壌から生まれるエレガントで力強いワインは、リースリング以外、シラーズ、ボルドーブレンドも人気。2010年、全畑の有機農法認証を取得。ピュアな果実味と繊細で正確な酸のバランスの典型的フランクランド・エステートのリースリング・スタイル。
生産者テースティングノート
スパイス、バスソルトの華やかな香りに、白い花のアロマ。ライムやマンダリン、オイスターシェルを思わせる繊細なニュアンス。テクスチャーを重視したワインで、いきいきとした酸が味わいを引き締め、シトラスやネクタリンの風味が口中を包み込む。タルク、ヨウ素、塩味を帯びたミネラル感がボディに厚みを与え、見事な余韻を生む。豊かな果実の広がりを伴い、今すぐ楽しむことも、今後10年間の熟成でさらに複雑味を深めていく過程を楽しむこともできる卓越した一本。