We have another great one here today from Australian producer Rieslingfreak and are offering free ground shipping on a 6-pack. The 2022 Rieslingfreak Riesling No. 44 sources fruit from three vineyards in Eden Valley, specifically between Eden Valley and Flaxman Valley. These include the Ben Zander and Michael Mason vineyards in Flaxman Valley and Milton Tscharke's small vineyard in Eden Valley. Situated around 1,650 feet above sea level, with an average rainfall of 25.5 inches, the sites vary in soil composition, from shallow grey sandy loam over shale to loam over light-medium clay with high quartz and gravel content, contributing complexity to the wine. Eden Valley Rieslings are known for their delicacy and refinement, and No. 44 is no exception, offering citrus, talcum powder, and white blossom on the nose, with flavors of lime, lemon, and subtle sweet spice. Crafted by John Hughes, founder of Rieslingfreak in 2009, the wine is fermented in stainless steel to retain purity and terroir expression and is an excellent example that shows well young but gains depth with cellaring. A top value and perfect bottle for Thanksgiving, so don't miss the chance to get free shipping!

Wine Advocate (Erin Larkin) 93+ points! "The fruit for this 2022 No. 44 is from a selection of growers in Eden Valley: Springton, Flaxman Valley and Eden Valley. This is soft and talc-y, close to plump but not quite there. It carries the line and form of Eden Valley (that is to say, crushed rock austerity, lime/lemon zest and loads of spring flowers), but it has additional inflections of lavender, Golden Delicious apples and star anise. Lovely."