2023 Briar Ridge Verdelho 'The Dam'

100% Verdelho sourced from a block right next to the property’s dam in Mount View, located in the heart of Hunter Valley wine country. Night harvested, immediately crushed, fermented at cool temperatures in steel. Aged simply in stainless steel. 13.5% alcohol. 

Vibrant aromas of citrus blossom, ripe pear, and pineapple. The light bodied palate is bone dry, lively and crisp, showcasing zesty acidity and a refreshing minerality. Ripe and forward with stone fruits, tropical interplay, and an attractive textural smoothness. It delivers a clean, invigorating finish that invites another sip. Drink well chilled and pair with Thai curry, goat cheese or ceviche.

Briar Ridge Vineyard is located in Mount View, a little slice of winemaking paradise reminiscent of the wine growing regions of France. Briar Ridge is the largest holder of family-owned vineyards in the Mount View region, and is a Halliday Red Star Winery, a coveted rating that is awarded to outstanding wineries regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity. The history of the winery began in 1972 when Murray Robson planted the first vines. Today, Briar Ridge is owned by Jaclyn Davis who divides her time between her legal career and juggling that with her commitments to running the winery. Her vision for the vineyard is to redefine the Hunter Valley wine experience by establishing Briar Ridge as a destination cellar door, a place that is welcoming without being pretentious or stuffy. Lying at an altitude of 130 – 180 meters, the Mount View vineyards benefit from slightly cooler temperatures than other areas of the Hunter Valley.