2023 Loosen Barry Slate Hill Riesling | Clare Valley Premium Dry Riesling

🔥 95 Point Clare Valley Riesling | German-Inspired Benchmark Release

Where the Mosel meets Clare Valley — triple-acclaimed Riesling of extraordinary precision, minerality and age-worthiness from one of the world’s most compelling wine collaborations

95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion | 95 Points – The Weekend Australian | 94 Points – The Wine Front

Clare Valley, SA

$39 a bottle
Slate Hill Riesling • Loosen Barry • Clare Valley • South Australia

"Slate Hill — Loosen Barry’s celebrated Clare Valley Riesling. 95 points Halliday, 95 points The Australian, 94 points The Wine Front. Where the Mosel meets Clare Valley — triple-acclaimed Riesling of extraordinary precision at $39."

About Loosen Barry and Slate Hill

Loosen Barry is one of the wine world’s most compelling collaborations — Dr. Ernst Loosen of Weingut Dr. Loosen in the Mosel (one of Germany’s most celebrated Riesling producers, known for his extraordinary old-vine Mosel Rieslings of world-class distinction) and Jim Barry Wines of Clare Valley (one of Clare Valley’s most celebrated and historic producers). The collaboration was born from a shared passion for Riesling and a remarkable geological connection — both the Mosel and Clare Valley share distinctive slate soils that give their Rieslings extraordinary mineral precision and exceptional aging potential. Slate Hill — named for the slate soils of both regions — is the expression of this extraordinary meeting of two great Riesling traditions: the precision and mineral elegance of the Mosel, and the lime-driven intensity and natural acidity of Clare Valley. Triple critical acclaim — 95 points Halliday Wine Companion, 95 points The Australian and 94 points The Wine Front — confirming Slate Hill as one of Australia’s most celebrated and distinctive Riesling expressions.

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Pale straw with brilliant clarity and youthful vibrancy.

Aroma:
Precise, mineral and hauntingly expressive with:

• lime blossom, citrus zest and green apple
• the distinctive slate mineral character shared by the Mosel and Clare Valley
• the extraordinary precision and cool-climate elegance of great Riesling from two of the world’s greatest Riesling regions

Palate:
Light to medium-bodied with exceptional balance and natural acidity.
Expect layers of:

• lime, lemon and citrus with the distinctive slate mineral backbone
• the extraordinary precision and age-worthiness of great Loosen Barry Riesling

Finish:
Long and mineral-driven with persistent citrus and the extraordinary precision that defines great Slate Hill Riesling.

Critical Acclaim

95pts – Halliday Wine Companion

95pts – The Australian

94pts – The Wine Front

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2023
• Variety: 100% Riesling
• Region: Clare Valley, SA
• Collaboration: Dr. Ernst Loosen (Weingut Dr. Loosen, Mosel) × Jim Barry Wines (Clare Valley)
• Terroir: Slate soils — the geological connection between the Mosel and Clare Valley
• Serving Temperature: 8–10°C (serve well chilled)
• Cellaring: Drink now – 2038+ (10–15 years)

Food Pairings

• Fresh oysters and premium shellfish
• Asian cuisine and spicy dishes
• Grilled fish with lemon and herbs
• Soft cheeses and light canapés
• Aperitif and celebration service

Why We Love It

This is where the Mosel meets Clare Valley — Loosen Barry’s 2023 Slate Hill Riesling, 95 points Halliday Wine Companion, 95 points The Australian and 94 points The Wine Front, triple-acclaimed Riesling of extraordinary precision, minerality and age-worthiness from one of the world’s most compelling wine collaborations. Dr. Ernst Loosen’s Mosel precision and Jim Barry’s Clare Valley intensity — united by slate soils and a shared passion for great Riesling.
At $39, it delivers outstanding Clare Valley Riesling character of world-class distinction and exceptional value from one of the most celebrated wine collaborations in Australia.

Where the Mosel meets Clare Valley — Slate Hill, by Loosen Barry.

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