10 Great Australian Whites

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Australia's Clare Valley is among the country's best sources of Riesling.

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Ageable Rieslings show white wines are a success Down Under

Harvey Steiman
Posted: October 9, 2009

Best known for its reds, Australia also makes outstanding whites, especially dry Riesling, with winemakers generally aiming for bright, jazzy flavors and refreshing textures. This group of recently released Rieslings, mostly from the 2008 vintage, represent the common style with a range of regional character.