Named after Pomona — the estate's original name when it was planted in 1849. A three-block selection from our Watervale estate, made only when the vintage allows something genuinely special to be said.

🍋 Nose Lemon zest, yellow citrus & delicate florals

🌿 Palate Restrained, powder-soft texture & zingy acidity

🪨 Finish Wet pebble minerality & long, clean line

The Pomona Riesling sits alongside the Estate and RC as the three expressions of Riesling from our Watervale vineyard — and of the three, the Pomona is the most delicate and restrained. Where the Estate is bright and citrus-driven, and the RC is tight and structured for the cellar, the Pomona occupies its own middle ground: generous and soft, with a palate texture that is distinctly its own.

Sourced from three specific blocks on the Crabtree estate, each contributing something different to the final blend. A high-energy palate, zingy acidity, a subtle wet pebble and slaty mineral character that permeates through to the finish. This is Watervale Riesling at its most approachable — not timid, just elegant.

At $195 for a dozen — $16.25 per bottle — this is one of the most extraordinary pieces of value we offer. Estate-grown Clare Valley Riesling with two 90+ point reviews, from one of Watervale's most historic properties. It won't last long.

Dozen pricing — outstanding value

$195

12 bottles — just $16.67 per bottle

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94/100

Tony Love — Wine Critic

"A three-block selection from the Crabtree estate vineyard in Watervale, bringing out a more delicate Riesling, aromas spread across the yellow and green citrus spectrum, lemon zest a clear part of the mix. While the Estate of the same vintage is turbo-charged in acidity, this is far more restrained with a powder and pith-like texture softening the grapes' natural acid lines and lengthening its palate drive. Sensitive styling ensures an elegant varietal expression."

93/100

Ray Jordan — Wine Pilot

"The fruit comes off three blocks on the estate, with each contributing to a pure and delicate expression of Riesling. A feature is the high-energy palate with its zingy acidity adding a tingling mouthfeel. A subtle wet pebbly slaty character permeates throughout as it focuses through to the finish." — Cellar: 9 years

Pomona — the estate's original name

"The name Pomona comes from the estate's original identity when it was first established in 1849 — a celebrated orchard growing apples, plums, pears and currants. The land that produces this Riesling has been part of Watervale's story for over 175 years."

Vineyard: Crabtree Estate, 4 North Terrace, Watervale SA · Blocks: Three-block selection · Region: Watervale, Clare Valley · Style: Delicate, restrained, elegant

VarietyRiesling

Vintage2025

VineyardCrabtree Estate, Watervale

BlocksThree-block selection

RegionWatervale, Clare Valley SA

StyleDelicate, restrained

WinemakerAndrew Kenny

OakUnoaked — stainless steel

Pack12 bottles

CellaringDrinks now — 9 years

Reviews94/100 Tony Love · 93/100 Ray Jordan

Per bottle$16.67

Perfect with

🐟 Fresh oysters & seafood 🐠 White fish ceviche 🍜 Spicy Thai & Vietnamese 🧀 Soft cheese & charcuterie 🥗 Light summer salads 🍋 Lemon herb chicken

Winemaker's note — Andrew Kenny

"The Pomona is the Riesling I make when I want to show a different side of what Watervale can do. The Estate is about brightness and drive. The Pomona is about texture, restraint and that subtle mineral quality that comes from a specific set of blocks on our estate. It's a wine that rewards patience — in the glass and in the cellar."

Andrew Kenny · Vigneron of the Year, Young Gun of Wine 2024 · Clare Valley Hall of Fame Rising Star 2024

The Pomona is one of three Riesling expressions from the Crabtree estate — alongside the Estate Riesling and the RC Premium Riesling. Also try our Regolith Series: three single-site Grenaches from ancient Clare Valley soils.

Read about our 2025 Canberra Riesling Challenge results →

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