2022 Helm Half Dry Riesling

Perfect interplay between sugar and acid with truly delicious results from Riesling master, Ken Helm.

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Ken Helm is one of the most iconic names in all Australian Riesling.

Considered “Canberra's best producer of riesling” by James Halliday, he was one of the pioneers for this variety in the region and has been one of the big players in the cool climate wine revolution.

His Half-Dry Riesling is traditionally the more approachable of his Riesling stable as a young wine. Built for enjoyment right away, grab a bottle of this, chill it down and pair it with your favourite spicy dish, stat!

<div class="col-1 wow fadeInLeft"><div class="hero__h1"><p class="hero__p m-t-20">This is a style of Riesling which is very popular in Germany, where is it is known as Halbtrocken (Half Dry). It is a particularly good accompaniment to spicy dishes as the slight sweetness in the wine balances the spice and heat. This is the 12th vintage of this very popular style, and each year we fine tune balance between flavour, acid and sweetness. Released under the distinctive red rose coloured label.

93 Points - "It's gently sweet, but barely, really, with chalky, thunderous acidity at the helm. Juiciness is the key indicator, a little slipperiness too perhaps - lots of grapey, green apple and floral light honeycomb characters are the key. Slips along nicely, finishes neat, to a point, very fresh. A delightful, fresh rendition of riesling." - Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)

92 Points - "Very light, bright yellow appearance; lemon-juice and slightly pongy sulfide overtones, apricot and passionfruit, too, the reduction breathing off quickly. The palate is just off-dry and juicy but balanced, the finish clean and refreshing, a very good style of half-dry riesling." - Huon Hooke (The Real Review)

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Helm is one of the biggest names in Canberra wine.

Owner and founder Ken Helm AM has been one of the Canberra region's most important vignerons for over thirty years. Founded in 1973, Ken is the fourth generation of his family to go into wine production. His family roots extend back German vinedressers from the Rhineland, the Riesling love runs in his veins.

He is now passing the torch to his daughter Stephanie.

Specialists in Riesling and Cabernet, they are considered a benchmark producer in both varieties. They are one of NSW most esteemed producers.

Wine legend, Ken Helm - Murrumbateman, NSW Helm

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