The Courtesan Riesling 

Clare Valley
The Courtesan is the epitome of good breeding. Wonderful posture, a delicacy of frame and a fragrance to haunt the most sated of olfactory functions. Behind closed doors though, the Courtesan shocks with its racy charms, flirting outrageously with “come-drink-me” eyes. Don’t be fooled, The Courtesan means business.
The Courtesan Riesling By Thistledown
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Tasting 
A crisp, tangy and dry white wine with the typical Clare Riesling character of citrus, blossom and mineral hints. Deliciously juicy on the palate with wonderful, floral citrus fruit and mouthwatering freshness.

Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. 
Points & Awards

93 points - Wine Orbit

'Fresh and bright'


92 points - Wine Pilot

Terrific value Clare Valley Riesling from a great vintage. 

  • 94 points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

2018 Vintage

  • 94 points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

94 points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

'A splendid riesling showing delicate aromas of lemon/lime peel, crunch apple and white floral characters on the nose, leading to a brilliantly focused palate that is bright, juicy and finely textured. It is linear and persistent with excellent structure and balance. At its best: 2020 to 2028.'

90 points - Wine Spectator

‘Mouthwatering, with an intensely juicy backbone to the grapefruit, lime and pineapple flavours, mingling on the long finish. Drink now. (MW)’.

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Viticulture
Fruit was sourced from one vineyard in the Southern end of the Valley, close to Auburn. Mature vines and a moderate season combined to ensure that the yields were very low and fruit concentrated.
Winemaking
Vinification, as one might expect with good fruit, is very simple. The grapes are picked in the cool of the morning and rapidly transported to the winery where they are lightly crushed and sent to press. For the Courtesan, we retain only the purest, free-run juice. The wine is fermented at a cool temperature to retain fruit profile and the finished wine is aged on its lees for 2-3 months before bottling.

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