98 Points | Best Riesling of the Year - 2027 Halliday Wine Companion
Best's Great Western have long been regarded as one of Australia's leading Riesling makers, with their 'Foudre Ferment' representing the versatility and complexity this varietal is capable of.
Recently named 'Best Riesling of the Year' in Halliday Wine Companion 2027 Edition, the 2025 Best's Foudre Ferment Riesling was given extended skin contact then wild fermented in large French oak fourdre (barrels). The resultant wine exhibits both the complexities of a barrel ferment and spontaneous fermentation without the overt oak flavour, due to the large size and subtlety of the foudre. We're delighted to have secured very limited stocks of this stunning Riesling, which is sure to sell out fast.
"98 Points. Riesling of the Year. Scored awarded by the Halliday tasting panel at the annual Awards judging. JP writes: Left on skins for 24 hours, pressed and racked to two large oak casks, barrel fermentation, left on lees for five months. A wine that says 'not only is it okay to place riesling in oak, but it can open up a wonderful world of flavour and texture'. Aromatic honeysuckle florals and exotic ginger and lemongrass aromas mingle with citrus, pear and apple. Builds on the palate oh-so delicately but deeply with a warm textural mouthfeel. Oak contributes to the umami and a leesy almond mealy-ness, while the purity of riesling fruit shines brightly. A stunner from a top vintage. 11% alc. Drink: 2026 - 2037. Screwcap"- Jeni Port, Halliday Wine Companion 2027.
