Back in 2004, Fielding came roaring out of the gate with a fantastic Riesling that surely would have garnered 5-stars (had I been giving out stars at the time). Well, it has taken five years, but Fielding has done it again with this fantastic 2008 offering. It seems that each week I try another ’08 Riesling that has a great combination of aromatics and delicious flavours, 2008 just seems to have been a beauty of a vintage for the whites. The jury is still out on the reds, but so far I have heard good things from a number of sources. Speaking of good thing, winemaker Richie Roberts has brought Fielding back to their former Riesling glory. This wine absolutely explodes in the nasal passages with aromatics like honeydew, pear, guava and jolly rancher green apple candy. That candied aroma follows on the tongue along with melon, mineral (wet-stone-like), and great fruit flavour, but still has a nice tart aspect to it, doling out lovely balancing acidity that keeps you going back to the well, colloquially known as ‘the glass’ for more. This one’s tart yet fruity and has everything you’re looking for in a great Riesling, including a long finish and great bottom line. Price: $16.00 – Rating: *****