The 2025 Rieslingfreak No.12 Flaxman Valley Riesling is an exceptional high-altitude Eden Valley Riesling crafted from three family-owned vineyards in the prized Flaxman Valley sub-region of High Eden. Created by renowned Riesling specialist John Hughes, this flagship release showcases remarkable purity, tension and mineral precision. The nose is intensely perfumed with kaffir lime, lime blossom and rosewater layered with wet slate, struck flint and delicate floral notes.
On the palate, it is ultra-refined and tightly focused, showing vibrant citrus, finger lime, gooseberry and yuzu supported by electric acidity and a crystalline mineral backbone. The finish is long, dry and laser-sharp, delivering extraordinary finesse, persistence and ageing potential. The style is elegant, powerful and beautifully structured, capturing the essence of premium High Eden Riesling.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is one of Australia’s standout Rieslings and a must-have for customers who appreciate precision-driven, mineral-focused white wines with serious ageing potential. Perfect with oysters, sashimi, Thai cuisine, salt and pepper squid or fresh goat’s cheese. Drink now for youthful vibrancy or cellar confidently over the next 15–20 years for added complexity and classic Riesling development.
