{"product_id":"2025-pomona-riesling-dozen","title":"2025 Pomona Riesling DOZEN","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n@import url('https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Cormorant+Garamond:ital,wght@0,300;0,400;1,300;1,400\u0026family=Jost:wght@300;400;500\u0026display=swap');\n.rd{font-family:'Jost',sans-serif;font-weight:300;color:#3D3830;line-height:1.7;max-width:100%}\n.rd *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.rd-lead{font-family:'Cormorant Garamond',Georgia,serif;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:300;font-style:italic;color:#2C3E2D;line-height:1.6;border-left:3px solid #C4973A;padding-left:1.25rem;margin-bottom:1.5rem}\n.rd-body{font-size:.9rem;color:#7A7368;line-height:1.85;margin-bottom:1.75rem}\n.rd-body p+p{margin-top:.85rem}\n.rd-body strong{color:#3D3830;font-weight:500}\n.rd-notes{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:.75rem;margin-bottom:1.75rem}\n.rd-note{background:#F5F0E8;border-radius:2px;padding:1rem;text-align:center}\n.rd-note-icon{font-size:1.4rem;margin-bottom:.35rem;display:block}\n.rd-note-label{font-size:.65rem;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:.15em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#C4973A;display:block;margin-bottom:.2rem}\n.rd-note-value{font-size:.8rem;color:#3D3830;font-weight:400}\n.rd-divider{width:40px;height:1px;background:#C4973A;margin:1.5rem 0;opacity:.5}\n.rd-specs{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:.5rem;margin-bottom:1.75rem}\n.rd-spec{display:flex;align-items:baseline;gap:.5rem;padding:.6rem 0;border-bottom:.5px solid rgba(196,151,58,.2);font-size:.8rem}\n.rd-spec-key{font-weight:500;color:#3D3830;min-width:80px;flex-shrink:0;font-size:.72rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.08em}\n.rd-spec-val{color:#7A7368}\n.rd-vineyard{background:#2C3E2D;border-radius:2px;padding:1.5rem 1.75rem;margin-bottom:1.75rem}\n.rd-vineyard-label{font-size:.6rem;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:.2em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#C4973A;margin-bottom:.6rem;display:block}\n.rd-vineyard-text{font-family:'Cormorant Garamond',Georgia,serif;font-size:1rem;font-style:italic;font-weight:300;color:rgba(250,248,244,.85);line-height:1.65;margin-bottom:.6rem}\n.rd-vineyard-detail{font-size:.78rem;color:rgba(250,248,244,.5);line-height:1.65}\n.rd-vineyard-detail strong{color:rgba(250,248,244,.8);font-weight:500}\n.rd-pairing-title{font-size:.65rem;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:.2em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#C4973A;margin-bottom:.75rem}\n.rd-pairings{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:.5rem;margin-bottom:1.75rem}\n.rd-pairing-pill{background:#F5F0E8;border:.5px solid rgba(196,151,58,.25);border-radius:99px;padding:.35rem .9rem;font-size:.78rem;color:#3D3830}\n.rd-reviews{margin-bottom:1.75rem}\n.rd-review{background:#FAF8F4;border:.5px solid rgba(196,151,58,.2);border-radius:2px;border-top:3px solid #C4973A;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;margin-bottom:.75rem}\n.rd-review-score{font-family:'Cormorant Garamond',Georgia,serif;font-size:2.2rem;font-weight:300;font-style:italic;color:#C4973A;line-height:1;margin-bottom:.2rem}\n.rd-review-source{font-size:.65rem;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:.15em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#7A7368;margin-bottom:.6rem;display:block}\n.rd-review-text{font-size:.82rem;color:#7A7368;line-height:1.75;font-style:italic}\n.rd-winemaker{background:#F5F0E8;border-radius:2px;padding:1.5rem 1.75rem;margin-bottom:1.75rem}\n.rd-winemaker-label{font-size:.6rem;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:.2em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#C4973A;margin-bottom:.6rem;display:block}\n.rd-winemaker-text{font-family:'Cormorant Garamond',Georgia,serif;font-size:1rem;font-style:italic;color:#2C3E2D;line-height:1.65;margin-bottom:.6rem}\n.rd-winemaker-name{font-size:.7rem;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#7A7368}\n.rd-value-box{background:#2C3E2D;border-radius:2px;padding:1.5rem 1.75rem;margin-bottom:1.75rem;text-align:center}\n.rd-value-label{font-size:.6rem;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:.2em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#C4973A;margin-bottom:.5rem;display:block}\n.rd-value-price{font-family:'Cormorant Garamond',Georgia,serif;font-size:3rem;font-weight:300;font-style:italic;color:#C4973A;line-height:1;margin-bottom:.25rem}\n.rd-value-per{font-size:.8rem;color:rgba(250,248,244,.5);margin-bottom:.5rem}\n.rd-value-saving{font-size:.82rem;color:rgba(250,248,244,.65)}\n.rd-series{text-align:center;padding:1.25rem;border:.5px solid rgba(196,151,58,.2);border-radius:2px}\n.rd-series p{font-size:.82rem;color:#7A7368;margin-bottom:.6rem}\n.rd-series a{font-size:.72rem;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:.15em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#2C3E2D;text-decoration:none;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(44,62,45,.3);padding-bottom:1px}\n@media(max-width:480px){.rd-notes{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr}.rd-specs{grid-template-columns:1fr}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"rd\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"rd-lead\"\u003eNamed 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-notes\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-note-icon\"\u003e🍋\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-note-label\"\u003eNose\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-note-value\"\u003eLemon zest, yellow citrus \u0026amp; delicate florals\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-note-icon\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-note-label\"\u003ePalate\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-note-value\"\u003eRestrained, powder-soft texture \u0026amp; zingy acidity\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-note-icon\"\u003e🪨\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-note-label\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-note-value\"\u003eWet pebble minerality \u0026amp; long, clean line\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003cstrong\u003edelicate and restrained\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSourced from three specific blocks on the Crabtree estate, each contributing something different to the final blend. \u003cstrong\u003eA high-energy palate, zingy acidity, a subtle wet pebble and slaty mineral character\u003c\/strong\u003e that permeates through to the finish. This is Watervale Riesling at its most approachable — not timid, just elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAt $200 for a dozen — \u003cstrong\u003e$16.67 per bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-value-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-value-label\"\u003eDozen pricing — outstanding value\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-value-price\"\u003e$200\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-value-per\"\u003e12 bottles — just $16.67 per bottle\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-value-saving\"\u003eEstate-grown Clare Valley Riesling — free shipping for Wine Club members\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-reviews\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-review\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rd-review-score\"\u003e94\u003cspan style=\"font-size:1rem;\"\u003e\/100\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-review-source\"\u003eTony Love — Wine Critic\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"rd-review-text\"\u003e\"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.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-review\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"rd-review-score\"\u003e93\u003cspan style=\"font-size:1rem;\"\u003e\/100\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"rd-review-source\"\u003eRay Jordan — Wine Pilot\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"rd-review-text\"\u003e\"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\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-vineyard\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-vineyard-label\"\u003ePomona — the estate's original name\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"rd-vineyard-text\"\u003e\"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.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"rd-vineyard-detail\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crabtree Estate, 4 North Terrace, Watervale SA  ·  \u003cstrong\u003eBlocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three-block selection  ·  \u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watervale, Clare Valley  ·  \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate, restrained, elegant\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003eRiesling\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003e2025\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eVineyard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003eCrabtree Estate, Watervale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eBlocks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003eThree-block selection\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eRegion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003eWatervale, Clare Valley SA\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003eDelicate, restrained\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eWinemaker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003eAndrew Kenny\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eOak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003eUnoaked — stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003ePack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003e12 bottles\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eCellaring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003eDrinks now — 9 years\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003eReviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003e94\/100 Tony Love  ·  93\/100 Ray Jordan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"rd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-key\"\u003ePer bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rd-spec-val\"\u003e$16.67\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"rd-pairing-title\"\u003ePerfect with\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-pairings\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-pairing-pill\"\u003e🐟 Fresh oysters \u0026amp; seafood\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-pairing-pill\"\u003e🐠 White fish ceviche\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-pairing-pill\"\u003e🍜 Spicy Thai \u0026amp; Vietnamese\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-pairing-pill\"\u003e🧀 Soft cheese \u0026amp; charcuterie\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-pairing-pill\"\u003e🥗 Light summer salads\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-pairing-pill\"\u003e🍋 Lemon herb chicken\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-winemaker\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-winemaker-label\"\u003eWinemaker's note — Andrew Kenny\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"rd-winemaker-text\"\u003e\"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.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"rd-winemaker-name\"\u003eAndrew Kenny · Vigneron of the Year, Young Gun of Wine 2024 · Clare Valley Hall of Fame Rising Star 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"rd-series\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/canberra-riesling-challenge-2025\"\u003eRead about our 2025 Canberra Riesling Challenge results →\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crabtree Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45657838452793,"sku":"CRIEPOM25DOZ","price":200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/2467\/7945\/files\/DOZENHILLTOPRIESLINGNV_09881e2e-d207-4b32-b928-fd544b17675e.png?v=1698274294","url":"https:\/\/www.crabtreewines.com.au\/products\/2025-pomona-riesling-dozen","provider":"Crabtree Wines ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}