Winestate Magazine

JUDGES

SPARKLING

A surprisingly small class. The top wine was outstanding. A great example of a developed Cool Climate Sparkling White. Freshness and complexity, and clarity of fruit was a feature. One lovely Sparkling Rosé in the top five was a highlight also.

PINOT GRIS/GRIGIO

A small class of commercial wines of varying styles and sugar levels. The top wines offer very good drinkability. “Let the fruit speak for itself,” commented one judge as a way forward for this variety.

RIESLING

Once again a great class to judge. Several stunning

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