MR.MICK
Mr Mick is named after K.H. (Mr Mick) Knappstein, a legend within the Australian winemaking industry. One of Mr Mick’s passions in life was to make wines for everyone to enjoy, a tradition his last apprentice, local winemaker Tim Adams continues in his name. Today, Tim and his wife, Pam, are proud custodians of this landmark property, the former Leasingham winery.
TIM ADAMS
Tim Adams' formative years were spent in South Australia's Clare Valley. As a Clare lad growing up among pioneering grape growers and winemakers, it was no surprise that in his final year of school Tim eschewed studying in favour of writing to Clare Valley wineries seeking employment. The recipient of one such letter was Mr Mick Knappstein at the Stanley Wine Company, which led to Tim securing a position as winery cellar hand in 1975. A fortuitous beginning for Tim, who found himself mentored by a revered pioneer of the modern Australian wine industry. The first release of wines under Tim Adams' own label was in September 1986, by which time Tim had left the Stanley Wine Company. 'Mr Mick' continued to encourage the young winemaker, embracing Tim as his last apprentice, a relationship that continued until him passing in 1997.
In the late 1960’s, under Mr Mick’s guidance, the Winemaking team began production of "Bin 5” Riesling. The wine was rich in the mid palate, with low levels of residual sugar, and notably less acidity than its partner in the Riesling stakes, "Bin 7”. Today, Mr Mick Riesling revives the intent of the "Bin 5”, a Riesling for all people, all occasions and to match a broad array of cuisine, with just a hint of fruit sweetness.
This wine has lemon pith, lime and orange blossom aromas and flavours, made in the classic Australian style with just a touch of fruit sweetness to balance the fresh natural acidity. It is a pristine wine with generous length of fruit flavour.
Variety: Riesling
Vineyard: Milburn Graham & Kathy Milburn Foxlee John & Helen Williams Morrison Ken & Ann Morrison
Analysis at Bottling: Alcohol: 11.5%
Winemaking
This wine is made from Riesling grapes harvested at their peak flavour maturity from various vineyards throughout the Clare Valley. Some of the vines were planted over 30 years ago. The juice was immediately separated from skins then clarified and fermented for 14 days. Careful blending ensures continuation of the true Mr Mick style. Even if you’re not a particular Riesling fan, you’ll enjoy this wine, trust us! It is a great wine just to sit, sip and enjoy, or partner with any South Aussie seafood!
