Orlando Wines Steingarten Riesling 2020

Wine review: Orlando Wines Riesling 2020

Recently I was sent a few wines from Orlando Wines to try and it was hard to know where to start, but I realised it had been a hot minute since I’d shared a Rielsing and this one caught my eye. The Orlando Wines Steingarten Riesling 2020 is from their Legends range and was the first Riesling of its kind in Australia, said to set the benchmark for cool-climate Riesling over the last 50 years. After trying it I can safely say it is easy to see why. This Riesling is a classic expression of Riesling with beautiful crisp notes and a subtle palate that makes it perfect for enjoying alongside seafood.

On the nose, the Orlando Wines Steingarten Riesling 2020 is delicate with floral and lemon. It’s got a lovely pale straw colour in the glass. The palate is subtle yet crisp and refreshing with notes of lemon and lime alongside a lovely minerality that really rounded out the whole palate. It’s simply delicious and keeps you going back sip after sip. The kind of wine that makes me think: why don’t I drink more Riesling?

About Orlando Wines

Orlando Wines is a celebrated Australian winery with a rich history that spans over 150 years. The winery was founded in 1874 by Johann Gramp, who was a pioneer in the Australian wine industry. Over the years, the winery has continued to innovate and create award-winning wines that showcase the unique terroir of the region. Today, Orlando Wines is one of the most respected wineries in Australia, and their wines are enjoyed by people all over the world.

Recently they have brought on new winemaker Tim Pelquest-Hunt who started his wine journey in a suburban Sydney wine store. Over the subsequent years, he cultivated his wine knowledge and rose through the ranks and decided to enrol in the Viticulture and Oenology graduate program at Lincoln University (NZ). In the years to follow, Tim held various winemaking positions across the globe, including New Zealand, Hunter Valley, Tasmania, Rheinhessen, West Sussex and Napa Valley. Now, Tim is an advocate for promoting the quality and sustainable growth of the Australian wine industry both locally and globally. Alongside a talented team, he wants to continue the Orlando Wines legacy while influencing the evolution of wine styles.

You can purchase this wine from Orlando Wines website.

Note: This wine was sent as a sample. I was under no obligation to post about it.