2024 Hochkirch Towards Laidlaws Riesling

A seriously characterful Riesling — textural, savoury and beautifully complex. This is Riesling for those who want more than just citrus

95 Points – The Wine Front

Henty, VIC

$45 a bottle
Biodynamic • Textural • Complex Cool-Climate Riesling

“A seriously characterful Riesling — textural, savoury and beautifully complex. This is Riesling for those who want more than just citrus.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Pale straw to light gold — slightly deeper in tone, hinting at texture and complexity.

Aroma:
Expressive and layered with:

• lemon zest and citrus blossom
• mandarin and preserved citrus
• chamomile and floral notes
• wet stone and mineral nuance

Aromatic, complex and distinctive.

Palate:
Dry, textural and full of character — a more savoury, non-linear Riesling style.
Expect layers of:

• citrus and preserved lemon
• green apple and subtle stone fruit
• waxy texture and phenolic grip
• lively acidity providing tension
• savoury, slightly bitter edge adding complexity

The wine shows texture and depth, moving well beyond a classic linear Riesling style.

Finish:
Long, savoury and persistent with lingering citrus, mineral notes and a fine phenolic edge.

Critical Acclaim

• 95pts – The Wine Front
  “Waxy, textured and deeply complex… a proper, flavour-packed white.”

About ‘Towards Laidlaws’

Hochkirch Wines ‘Towards Laidlaws’ is a single-site Riesling, crafted using:

• biodynamic farming
• wild fermentation
• skin contact for texture
• minimal intervention

The result is a wine that is more savoury, textural and complex than typical Riesling styles.

Food Pairings

• Pork dishes
• Asian cuisine
• Seafood
• Roast chicken
• Washed rind cheeses

Why We Love It

This is next-level Riesling — textural, savoury and seriously interesting.
At $45, it delivers premium quality with a unique, biodynamic edge.

Perfect for those who want Riesling with depth, texture and personality.