Alkoomi, Riesling "Frankand River", Australia, 750mL Western Elderflower and sugar in the punch

and sugar in the punch bowl

bold spice character that comes from high rye whiskies as well as a refreshing botanical brightness

it is rich in tannins

and grapefruit

Alkoomi, Riesling "Frankand River", Australia, 750mL Western Elderflower and sugar in the punchQuite pale in hue, this wine, based in Frankland River (in Western Australia's far south), is a gentle and pleasant drop, displaying aromas of lime, lemon curd and peach blossom set against a backdrop of ginger spice. The vivid, piercing acidity buoys the delicate fruit. There's a gently chalky texture, with a limy finish. It should gain some honeyed complexity with a few more years in the bottle.