Our Review
Rieslingfreak sits at the apex of riesling producers, a dedicated specialist with one of the finest winemakers of the variety. John Hughes established Rieslingfreak in '09 and together with his wife Belinda, they now produce some 11 distinct releases per year, with fruit sourced from the Eden and Clare valleys. The exacting nature of the project is writ large in precise, evocative white wines that vibrate with purity and tension, built not only for early consumption but long-haul cellaring. Hughes’ commitment to the variety is unswerving with incremental increases in quality seemingly coming each year. From dry styles to wines of varying sweetness levels, this is the definitive riesling project in Australia. -MIKE BENNIE
Specialities
Riesling
Cellar Door
Information
Bookings preferred but not essential
Hours
Mon–Sat 10–4
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Stockist Information
Distribution Information
rieslingfreak.com/distributors
International Sales Information
Exports to the UK, the US, Canada and Hong Kong.
rieslingfreak.com/distributors
Stockist
Independent Wine Stores and website
Details
Rating |
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Winemaker |
John and Belinda Hughes |
Viticulturalist |
Richard Hughes |
Region |
Clare Valley |
Address |
25 St Hallett Road, Tanunda, SA 5352
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Established |
2009 |
Dozens |
7500 |
Vineyards (area) |
40 ha |
Opening Hours |
Mon–Sat 10–4 |
Telephone |
0400 102 025
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Website |
www.rieslingfreak.com
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