2025 Hughes & Hughes Riesling

Jonny Hughes has carved out a reputation for making Rieslings that are far more than just squeaky-clean acid bombs. This 2025 release is a perfect example of his style - championing varietal purity while layering in the texture and complexity that makes his wines so compelling.

It is a true pan-Tasmanian blend, sourcing fruit from the Derwent Valley (56%), Tamar Valley (23%), D'Entrecasteaux Channel (13%), and the North West (8%). The winemaking is a little playful and experimental: while some fruit is whole-bunch pressed, about 10% undergoes a full skin ferment, and the rest sees 12–24 hours of skin contact. It was fermented with natural yeasts in a mix of stainless steel and seasoned barrels.

This 2025 sits comfortably in the "off-dry" spectrum, where a touch of residual sugar (around 7g/L) is left to balance the high natural acidity. It is vibrant and juicy, with bright citrus and stone fruit flavours interwoven with a savoury, textural grip from the skin contact. It is precise, complex, and incredibly smashable.