Frankland Estate Riesling Smith Cullam Frankland River 2021

Australia producing world-class Riesling? If you haven't been paying attention to Frankland Estate, allow this to be your introduction. The Smith Cullam – named after founders Barrie Smith and Judi Cullam – is an off-dry masterpiece fermented in large-format French oak foudres, yielding a wine of crystalline texture, vivid citrus energy, and a gentle lick of sweetness that makes it practically impossible to put down. Expect brilliant lemon squash, candied citrus zest, mountain herb, and tonic, all wrapped in that laser-focused, tense acidity that only the best cool-climate Riesling can deliver. Drink it now, or tuck it away – this one will cellar beautifully for years.