Stargazer Riesling 2025

From Samantha Connew’s Coal River Valley vineyards in Tea Tree and Campania, this Riesling balances natural acidity with just a touch of residual sugar. Hand-picked, destemmed and left on skins for 8 hours before wild ferment in tank, the ferment is stopped at the perfect point for harmony between fruit, sugar and acid. Pale yellow with green tints, it shows aromas of apple skin, honeysuckle and spice, while the palate offers fennel, chamomile and zesty acidity. Textural, balanced and vibrant, it’s a fine example of the Coal River’s potential for Riesling.