The 2007 Watervale Riesling is light gold with green overtones. It has a refined perfume featuring mineral, star anise, spring flowers, honey, pineapple and other tropical fruits. Dry on the palate and backed by excellent acidity, the wine has superb depth of fruit and a long finish. Enjoyable now, it will certainly age for a decade in the manner of a top German Kabinett. Importer: Ken Onish and John Gorman, Southern Starz; www.reillyswines.com Also tasted: N.V. Sparkling Mad Shiraz (84)

Showing hints of development in its petrol and baked apple aromas and flavors, this medium-bodied Riesling should probably be consumed over the next few years while it retains the fruit to anchor its mouthwatering finish.——J.C.(9/1/2010)—— 90