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The subtle residual sweetness (3.5 g\/l) pairs wonderfully with the delicate, slightly bitter asparagus, while the acidity cuts through the buttery hollandaise sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sushi and Sashimi: <\/strong>The crisp minerality and precise fruit acidity of this Riesling from the Watervale region pair perfectly with the understated elegance of high-quality raw fish and seafood.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thai green curry with shrimp and jasmine rice:<\/strong> The subtle residual sweetness of the Australian Riesling tempers the heat, while the citrus notes create an aromatic bridge to the lemongrass and kaffir lime.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh goat cheese with honey, walnuts, and figs: <\/strong>An effortless aperitif pairing\u2014the combination of creamy cheese, honey, and nuts complements the wine\u2019s floral notes and reveals a completely different, elegant side of its character.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<h2>2025 Claymore \u201cJoshua Tree\u201d \u2013 Citrus, orange blossom, and limestone minerality from the Clare Valley\u2019s oldest Riesling vines<\/h2>\n<p>In the Watervale region of the Clare Valley, where limestone lies close to the surface and the climate is among the hottest and driest in South Australia, a Riesling grows that is truly unparalleled. Claymore Wines is the custodian of some of Australia\u2019s oldest Riesling vines still in production\u2014planted in the 1930s and rooted in the same soil for decades. These are complemented by younger plots from the last 20 to 30 years, all located exclusively within the Watervale growing region. The 2025 vintage was one of the driest, warmest, and earliest the Clare Valley has ever experienced\u2014and produced a \u201cJoshua Tree\u201d that begins its first year of life with concentrated fruit and almost electric freshness.<\/p>\n<p>For the \u201cJoshua Tree,\u201d Claymore selects the best from three vineyards each year: The warmer southern vineyards contribute floral notes and aromatic depth, while the northern Shankly Vineyard stands out for its greater fruit intensity and precise acidity balance. All grapes come exclusively from the estate\u2019s own vineyards\u2014no purchased grapes, no compromises. The winery\u2019s philosophy\u2014gentle fermentation, maximum varietal expression, minimal intervention\u2014translates directly into the glass.<\/p>\n<h3>What makes the Claymore \u201cJoshua Tree\u201d Riesling so special?<\/h3>\n<p>The \u201cJoshua Tree\u201d is one of Australia\u2019s most award-winning Rieslings from the 2025 vintage: Gold at the Intercontinental Wine Challenge, 94 points \/ 5 stars from Sam Kim (Wine Orbit), 94 points from Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot), and additional 90\u201393-point ratings from a total of six renowned tasters make its commitment to quality unmistakably clear. What makes it even more unique is access to vines that have been rooted in the Watervale soil since the 1930s, lending the wine a depth and mineral complexity that young vines simply cannot achieve. With just 11.0% alcohol and the natural acidity of the Watervale terroir, this Clare Valley Riesling is a wine with genuine aging potential\u2014enjoyable today, magnificent in six to eight years.<\/p>\n<h3>And how does the Claymore \u201cJoshua Tree\u201d Riesling 2025 taste?<\/h3>\n<p>In the glass, it glows with the palest gold and a delicate green shimmer\u2014clear, pure, and inviting. The nose is explosively fresh: lemon and lime come to the fore, accompanied by a delicate hint of orange blossom that lends the bouquet a floral elegance. On the palate, the strength of the Watervale terroir unfolds: an exquisitely fine, natural acidity carries the wine, while intense lemon pulp aromas emerge, embedded in the unmistakable minerality of the limestone soils. The finish lingers with notes of grapefruit\u2014long, fresh, subtle, and precise. 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The winery\u2019s philosophy\u2014gentle fermentation, maximum varietal expression, minimal intervention\u2014translates directly into the glass. What makes the Claymore \u201cJoshua Tree\u201d Riesling so special? The \u201cJoshua Tree\u201d is one of Australia\u2019s most award-winning Rieslings from the 2025 vintage: Gold at the Intercontinental Wine Challenge, 94 points \/ 5 stars from Sam Kim (Wine Orbit), 94 points from Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot), and additional 90\u201393-point ratings from a total of six renowned tasters make its commitment to quality unmistakably clear. What makes it even more unique is access to vines that have been rooted in the Watervale soil since the 1930s, lending the wine a depth and mineral complexity that young vines simply cannot achieve. With just 11.0% alcohol and the natural acidity of the Watervale terroir, this Clare Valley Riesling is a wine with genuine aging potential\u2014enjoyable today, magnificent in six to eight years. 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