Tasting Notes
Riesling vines were first planted as part of Henry Best’s ‘Nursery Block’ vineyard in the 1860s. From subsequent plantings in 1944 (since removed), 1978 and 1998 Riesling became a significant part of our regime.
The Riesling vines from Great Western produce flavoursome, elegantly structured, spectacularly age-worthy Rieslings which stand confidently alongside some of the most outstanding Australian examples of the variety. In recent times, the style has evolved to match the continental climatic conditions to a beautifully balanced wine with texture and aromatics. - Winery Note
Best’s is one of Australia’s most historic family-owned wineries, founded in 1866 by Henry Best in the Great Western subregion of Victoria’s Grampians. The estate is renowned for its remarkable collection of old vineyards, including some of the country’s oldest and rarest plantings of Shiraz and Pinot Meunier, with vines dating back to the 1860s. These ancient, pre-phylloxera vines remain a living link to Australia’s viticultural heritage and form the foundation of the estate’s most iconic wines.
The Thomson family has guided Best’s since 1920, farming sustainably and combining tradition with modern precision. The range is anchored by Shiraz, from the approachable Bin No. 1 to the profound Thomson Family Shiraz, alongside distinguished expressions of Cabernet, Riesling and Pinot Meunier. In the cellar, the winemaking is restrained and thoughtful, highlighting purity of fruit, regional spice and fine structure.
Today, Best’s stands as a benchmark of Great Western, producing wines that are elegant, age-worthy and deeply rooted in history, while remaining fresh and relevant to a new generation of wine lovers.
| Product Type | Wine White Riesling |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Victoria |
| Sub Region | Great Western |
| Winemaking Practices | Conventional |
| Vineyard Practices | Conventional |