Kyneton Ridge are the first Certified Sustainable Vineyard in Macedon Ranges. Owners Angela and Andrew Wood have embraced regenerative viticulture, and through 2024 underwent a rigorous audit process of sustainability across the environmental, social, and economic aspects of their business. Winemakers are Andrew’s son Patrick and his partner Greta (from the 2022 vintage). Full credit for the brown glass packaging. Winemaking sees fermentation in barrel before 6 months maturation in French oak.

Kyneton Ridge, Riesling, Macedon Ranges, 2025

Pale hue with green highlight. Floral and attractive: Sea spray, jasmine, lemon thyme, lime flesh, yellow apple, barley sugar and mandarin peel. Barrel work bring handsome textural elements supporting cool climate fruit. A hint of white peach ice tea through the finish suggests a hint of residual sugar, but it certainly isn’t sweet. Echoes of kitchen herb blooms and salinity.

RRP: $35
Alc: 12%
Rating: 92/100

Wine sample courtesy of Kyneton Ridge