Ricca Terra Soldiers’ Land Riesling 2026 by Ricca Terra from South Australia’s Riverland bursts from the glass with a sense of history and bright, zesty energy, crafted from old‑vine soldier‑settler blocks that help support the RSL with every bottle sold. This Soldiers’ Land Riesling 2026 style is typically dry, savoury and refreshing, with a seriously long, mouth‑watering finish. It is the kind of Riverland Riesling that over‑delivers for the price and feels purpose‑built for warm Australian evenings.

In the glass you can expect lifted Nashi pear, citrus blossom and crunchy green apple notes, layered over slatey minerality and a tangy lemon‑lime core. The palate is tight, racy and precise, with juicy acidity driving those pear and apple flavours long, while subtle savoury nuances add extra interest. Think zippy and racy rather than soft and sweet – it is all about purity, drive and refreshment.

Food wise, this Riverland dry Riesling is made for Australian seafood – oysters, kingfish crudo, salt‑and‑pepper squid or classic fish and chips all sing alongside the wine’s citrus and mineral crunch. It will also shine with Thai or Vietnamese dishes where lime, chilli and coriander are front and centre, and with fresh goat’s cheese or light summer salads. Keep a few bottles cold in the fridge for easy mid‑week drinking and relaxed weekend lunches.