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WINERY RATING |
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| James Halliday, |
Australian Wine Companion 2009 |
TECHNICAL DATA
Available in screw cap only
Variety 100% Pinot Gris
Geographical Indication 100% Adelaide Hills
VITICULTURE
The grapes for this wine are from vineyards at Charleston in the Adelaide Hills.
THE WINE
Supple and seductive, the stiletto glides across the palate with lifted nashi pear and mango over a background of sliced pineapple. Full fruit and rich mouth feel are honed upon the palate with crisp acidity and a final stab of spice.
THE LABEL
The dictionary definition of ‘Riposte’ (pronounced rip-posst) is comeback, reply, retort, or in the context of the sport of fencing a quick counter stroke. After over a decade of confusion about his name, ‘Riposte’ was chosen as an appropriate name for a ‘comeback label’ by Tim Knappstein.
THE SWORD NAME – ‘The Stiletto’ is a small fine bladed dagger used frequently, in past centuries, as a hidden weapon. Not to be confused with the high and pointy heels on a women’s shoes. The dagger was there first.
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