Compared to other Australian wine regions, Clare Valley is small, accounting for only 21,500 tonnes of grapes each year, yet our wines can be found on restaurant wine lists – and in private cellars – around the world. Much of the acclaim is for our beloved Clare Valley Riesling and I've made a career celebrating this inspiring variety and all of its wondrous diversity. Riesling is a variety that is a true reflection of the special place that it’s grown -  a reflection of it's postcode - and it was this reason why I created my label series called 5452. Colder nights, elevated sites, and ideal slate and stone soil types all contribute to the Clare Valley’s success with this aromatic white variety. I love Riesling in all of its different shapes and sizes from across the world but am particularly drawn to the Watervale area of the Clare Valley for its relationship between fruit weight and concentration, tightly coiled tension and the power in its elegance. It should never be underestimated.