Dead Man Walking Clare Valley Riesling 2025 by First Drop Wines from South Australia’s Clare Valley is a racy, lime‑driven riesling that feels tailor‑made for hot days and fresh seafood. This Dead Man Walking Clare Riesling 2025 typically bursts with lime juice, lemon zest, green apple, bath salts and subtle white florals, all sitting over a chalky, slate‑like core.

The palate is dry, tight and refreshing, loaded with tangy citrus and crunchy apple, supported by high, cleansing acidity that keeps things focused and mouth‑watering. There is a fine powdery texture through the mid‑palate, adding just enough weight without losing that electric Clare Valley drive. It is ideal young for its crunchy, citrus‑sorbet personality, but will also develop gentle toast and honey with a few years in bottle.

For food, think oysters, prawns, fish and chips, grilled whiting or snapper with lemon and herbs. It is also a star alongside Thai salads, Vietnamese pork rolls, salt‑and‑pepper squid or a simple goat’s cheese salad, where the acidity cuts through richness, chilli and spice beautifully.