 
Tony Love The Advertiser 'Adelaide Now' 1.02.2012 
2011 Polish Hill River Riesling
"UNSCREW the
cap and undertake a masterclass in Clare Riesling at it's finest.
Freshly cut green limes, bright and zingy, are followed by a line of
slightly richer brown-lime cordial flavour. It all plays in sync with
the great fresh citrus juice acid drop bite that excites this variety's
keenest fans. One of the best refreshers going around this summer." Wine Taste Weekly
Tyson Stelzer - 6 January 2012
2011 Polish Hill River Riesling 94 Points Drink: 2012-2014 or 2018-2022 One day, early in the next decade, we will look back on the 2011 vintage and marvel at just how magnificently the Clare Valley managed to pull it off, and it's rieslings like this that will likely prompt the conversation. This is the finest, most precise and longest-lived Paulett's entry-level riesling in years.
The Best Wine of 2011
Jeni Port 20 December, 2011 ANOTHER tough year for the Australian wine industry. Another excellent year for Australian wine drinkers with strong national and international competition keeping a lid on prices. Spoilt for choice, we saw the continued rise of the BOB phenomenon - the Buyer's Own Brand - with more shelf space in supermarkets devoted to anonymous wine sourced and bottled by the big two, Woolworths and Coles (and, to a lesser extent, independent retailers), at prices competing with and sometimes undercutting known Australian brands. Amid such plenty, perhaps we should be asking: at what cost do we enjoy these wines? Here are the standouts of 2011.... Best riesling A fine batch of rieslings emerged from the wonderful 2010 vintage but the best by a long mile was Paulett's Antonina Premium Polish Hill River Riesling ($45). "This is the finest riesling I have ever produced," winemaker Neil Paulett wrote on the back label. Indeed: a riesling of grace, structure, subtlety and intensity. Read more: http://www.theage.com.au/executive-style/top-drop/the-best-wine-of-2011-20111217-1ozbf.html#ixzz1h2GH4JL1 Qantas - Food & Wine
Peter Forrestal December 2011 2006 Pauletts Aged Release Riesling
Aged riesling is a sheer delight and it's widely available. This Clare Valley producer has its vineyards in the Polish Hill River locale and retains some stock for release as a five-year-old. The 2006 riesling has gently toasty, pure lime juice flavours, and is powerful and concentrated, finishing crisp, dry and zesty. James Halliday - 2012 Australian WIne Companion  Antonina Polish Hill River Riesling 2010
Pale green-quartz: it's not until the after taste that you understand why Neil Paulett says that this is the finest Riesling that he has produced, up to that point this is a beautifully balanced and proportioned Riesling but the length and intensity of the of the finish and the after taste are wholly remarkable. High-shouldered custom-made bottle. Rating 97. To 2030
Polish Hill River Riesling 2010
Pale green-straw: the fragrant bouquet has waves of citrus, the lime juice palate lifting the bar further, with its intensity and length, amplifying all the promise of the bouquet. The '06 Aged Release tells you why you should hop into this wine now. Rating 96. To 2025. Polish Hill River Aged Release Riesling 2006
Glistening green-yellow quickens the pulses: lime & a hint of toast on the bouquet leads to an intensely focused and vibrant palate, the lime juice flavours wrapped around a core of minerally acidity. Rating 96. To2020. Andreas 2007
Clear purple-crimson; warm spice liquorice nuances to the black fruits of the bouquet are followed by a textured medium bodied palate, the texture provided by fine tannins and also by the multi-faceted flavours of the fruit, shiraz. Rating94. To 2030 Polish Hill River Shiraz 2007
The colour is fractionally less deep than the Andreas, but is good; the fragrant bouquet leads into an attractive medium-bodied shiraz, with black and red berry fruits plus touches of pepper and spice on the lively and long finish. Like Andreas a triumph for the '07 vintage. Rating 94. To 2020.  Polish Hill River Late Harvest Riesling 2009
Rating92. To 2024
Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot 2007
Rating 90. To 2017 Winestate Magazine - Nov/Dec 2011
New Release - Tasting Results
Pauletts Sauvignon Blanc 2011 - 3 Stars
Pauletts Trillians Sparkling Riesling 2010 - 3 Stars
Decanter Magazine - Review - Sept 2011
"Lemon sherbet, apples and herbs on the nose. Vibrant, spritzy palate with zesty lime flavours and fresh acidity. Still youthful and attractive, it is multi-dimensional and complex with a long length. Drink: 2011-2020 Alc: 12.5%"
Royal Melbourne Wine Show 2011
Bronze Medal - Paulett Wines Polish Hill River Riesling 2011 - Class 6
Bronze Medal - Paulett Wines Polish Hill River Shiraz 2008 - Class 39 International Wine Challenge 2011 - London - June 2011
**Silver** has been awarded to: Pauletts Aged Release Riesling 2006
Tastings - Huon Hooke - Sydney Morning Herald - 16 April 2011 Top Aussie White Pauletts Aged Release Riesling 2006 Medium
yellow, this semi-mature riesling is beautifully toasty and mellow,
with candied citrus aromas and a fine, delicate palate structure with
gentle softness - and no austerity. A georgous riesling, now till
2016. 95/100 Winestate Magazine - April 2011 Pauletts Aged Release Polish Hill River Riesling 2006 -5 Stars - Equal Top in Class Pauletts Andreas Shiraz 2007 - 4 ½ Stars Pauletts Polish Hill River Riesling 2010 - 3 ½ Stars The Age, Epicure, April 2011 Pauletts Polish Hill River Aged Release Riesling 2006 People in the Australian wine industry rattle on about how age-worthy riesling is. Thankfully, a few makers release bottle-aged wine that shows what the fuss is all about. This Clare Valley example offers rich lemon-butter and toasty smells, followed by a concentrated palate of great depth, lovely texture and excellent persistance. Delicious. 5 Stars - Ralph Kyte-Powell
Advertiser, Taste, May 2011 Pauletts 2007 Shiraz The Polish Hill River district of Clare really can turn some treats in the riesling classes as well as shiraz if this is any indication from an otherwise hard, drought year in many regions. It shows opulence and powerful fragrances with plenty of follow through in the drinking if you like your reds bold and handsome. A finishing flourish of ripe berries adds truely lasdting impression. 4 glasses. World's best riesling a hit ALL the money in the world can't buy you a bottle of this award-winning drop. Charlotte Osland From: Sunday Mail (SA) December 19, 2010
Paulett's 2005 Aged Release Polish Hill River Riesling was named the world's best riesling at the 11th Canberra International Resiling Challenge, beating 496 other entries.
In a month, Paulett's stocks of its winner have completely sold out. Owner Neil Paulett puts the sell-out in part down to his decision to ignore suggestions he should jack the price of his winner up to at least $100 from its original $35. "At the competition it was suggested to be at least $100 a bottle however, the thought of charging that much was daunting and seemed a bit much considering were a small owned and operated family business," the 63-year-old said. "We decided to meet halfway and charge $52 a bottle. Everyone should be able to afford a good priced wine." The internationally recognised award was the biggest win in the boutique winery's 27-year history. "It was quite surreal, I couldn't comprehend we had won, for this to happen was unbelievable," Mr Paulett said. The family has just a handful of its 500 dozen cases left, saved for their personal cellar. Their next target is to win riesling challenge back-to-back with their soon to be released 2006 vintage. "It will be on the market early next year," he said. "We will absolutely, definitely be entering in next year's competition, we don't know anyone who's won it back to back before, but even if someone else in the Clare Valley won, it would be a win. "I hate to jinx it but were always be optimistic." 
11th Canberra International Riesling Challenge - October 2010
Pauletts 2005 Aged Release Polish Hill River Riesling
BEST RIESLING IN THE WORLD ACT Government and Qantas Airline Award for the Best Riesling in Australia Australia Post Award - Best Dry Riesling in the World ActewAGL Award - Best Australian Museum Class
The Advertiser - Taste Magazine
8 December 2010
Tony Love's guide to a white Christmas
2005 Aged Release Polish Hill River Riesling
World's Finest - This special release just won the International Riesling Challenge in Canberra - judged best in the world with its honey, toast, oilskin, pickled lemon mix of aromas. 5 Glasses - Top Class Capital Magazine
December 2010 "BEST OF THE BEST" Clare Valley winemaker Neil Paulett was speechless after his 2005 Aged Release Polish Hill River Riesling was named Best Riesling in the World at the recent Canberra International Riesling Challenge. Almost 500 wines from more than 10 countries were entered. Neil and his wife Alison celebrated the biggest win in their boutique winery's 27 year history. "If this award gets a few new people trying aged Riesling then it's a good thing," said Neil. "Riesling is like a person, when it's young it's bright full of lifew and energetic but when theyget older, like me, they get a bit softer and rounder, develop great character and complexity." James Halliday News
Paulett shines its light out from under the bushel
James Halliday, October 22, 2010
Neil Paulett is one of the lower profile Clare Valley winemakers, not because of any shortcomings in the wines he makes, but simply because that's the way he is. He (and wife Alison) have been flushed out of this low profile business life with their success at the 11th Canberra International Riesling Challenge last week. The 2005 Paulett Aged Release won trophies for the Best Australian Museum Riesling, Best Dry Riesling in the World, Best Riesling in Australia, and the competition?s highest award, Best Riesling in the World.
You get the flavour of Neil when he says "The whole experience was a bit surreal to be honest, the first one was a great surprise, I said a few words and thought that would be it for the night. Then they called me up for the second one and I thought "how good is this?" When they called me a third time I must admit I started to get the shakes, it was absolutely incredible. The fourth trophy for Best Riesling in the World just blew me away, I literally couldn't speak."
The wine is available from the cellar door (phone (08) 8843 4328; fax (08) 8843 4202; www.paulettwines.com.au) the tasting note from my (current) 2011 Wine Companion is "Bright green-gold; perfect lime, toast and spice aromas do not show a scintilla of kerosene, the palate with the same pure equanimity, perfectly balanced as it enters a decade of perfection. 96 points; drink to 2025; 13% alc; screwcap; $30."
Small wonder I had a special value symbol against it when it was at $30. Quite reasonably, the price is now $52, but still keenly priced, as more honey, lime and toast characters are starting to emerge.
Tony Love's Wine Reviews - November 2010
Pauletts 2006 Cabernet Merlot A blend of 70% cabernet and 30% Merlot, this represents another red side of the coin to the fabulous Paulett group of rieslings - the '05 aged release Polish Hill River Riesling just won the best in the world title at the Canberra International Riesling Challenge. The flavour: A tasty mix of violet aromas and good berry and plum flavours, softening now with friendly structures, background earthiness and oak. Appealing ease in its drinking. Rating: 4 Stars
Paulett Wines Polish Hill River 2006 Shiraz www.winemuse.com.au
This is an unexpectedly big wine from the Clare from the Paulett
family. It is big in many ways - densely concentrated plum coloured,
plenty of rich chocolate blackberry, spicey cinnamon & earth
character backed up smooth tannins & a slightly bitey 15% alcohol
just poking it's nose out to be noticed in the glass that I tasted. A
fuller bodied rich style that will be loved by many. I would think that
this would be a good wine to have with a New York strap of beef with
velvety mushrooms.
Date: 17th July 2010 Price: $22 Value: $$ Drink: 3 - 5 years The Advertiser Magazine - Top 100 Wines - November 2010
Pauletts 2006 Shiraz Pauletts is renowned for its riesling, and this red made from Polish Hill River in Clare's eastern districts belongs on the same pedestal, having knitted together superbly now after 4 years, drinking in its prime with calm, ripe fruit, smoothly and subtly shaped with a lovely, relaxed finish that just sings very friendly drinking.
Rating: 94 Points
Adelaide Convention Centre - October 2010
Pauletts Trillians Sparkling Red has been accepted onto new Adelaide Convention Centre Premium Wine List for next year.
Drinks Trade - October 2010 Pauletts Trillians Sparkling Brut 2008
Top Picks - Champagne and Sparkling Wine List
Winestate Magazine - Special Edition 2010 - Vol 33 Issue 7 2008 Trillians Sparkling Riesling - 3 ½ Stars "Mature notes developing on the citrus/melon nose. Powerful, aged, ripe fruit flavours with good acid levels to balance."
2010 Polish Hill River Riesling -3 Stars "Floral and lime characters mingle on the nose and give intense flavours on the palate."
2009 STC Chardonnay - NO OAK - 3 Stars "Broad, developing nose, and crisp, dry, melon fruit palate with tart acidity."
Winestate - Sept/Oct 2010 - World's Greatest Shiraz Challenge V Pauletts Andreas Polish Hill River Shiraz 2006 4 ½ Stars "Big and extremely youthful wine with nice blackberry/licorice flavours and showing a great background of oak. Excellent silky-smooth mouthfeel with great flavour length." Pauletts Polish Hill River Shiraz 2006 3 ½ Stars "Spicy, chocolaty bouquet and ripe, fleshy palate with a touch of leather and some savoury tannins. Finishes dry."
JAMES HALLIDAY AUSTRALIAN WINE COMPANION 2011:
Five Red Star Winery 2010 & 2011
Outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity. Will have at least two wines rated above 94 points and have had a five star rating for the previous two years.
Antonina Polish Hill River Riesling 2009 Rating 96
Whereas the standard of '09 riesling is all about immediate enjoyment and generosity, this is all about finesse, intensity and extreme length. A great riesling that cries out for time in bottle. Screwcap. 12.5% alc. Drink 2029
Polish Hill River Aged Release Riesling 2005 Rating 96
Bright green-gold; perfect lime, toast and spice aromas do not show a scintilla of kerosene, the palate with the same pure equanimity, perfectly balanced as it enters a decade of perfection. Screwcap. 13% alc. Drink 2025
Andreas 2006 Rating 95
Excellent hue; an altogether more subtle wine than the standard shiraz; here blackberry, dark plum and just a whisper of licorice are wrapped in a fine gauze of tannins; has particularly good length. Shiraz. Screwcap. 14.5% alc. Drink 2026
Polish Hill River Shiraz 2006 Rating 94
Has a fragrant, multifaceted bouquet of spiced plum, polished leather and licorice, the medium-bodied palate precisely following suit, tannins and oak in support roles; carries its alcohol without complaint. Screwcap. 15% alc. Drink 2021
Polish Hill River Riesling 2008 Rating 90
Focused and flinty with lime juice bouquet; good texture and fresh acid; but will build. Screwcap.
12.5% alc. Drink 2018
Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot 2006 Rating 89
A well made, medium-bodied wine with some savoury elements on the bouquet, the palate adding distinctly sweet fruit through to the finish. Screwcap. 14.5% alc. Drink 2015
Stone Cutting Clare Valley No Oak Chardonnay 2008 Rating 87
Clever name, and picked appropriately early with some tangy/citrussy/minerally notes. Screwcap. 12.5% alc. Drink 2011
Northern Argus
2 June 2010
At the London International Wine Callenge 2010:
2005 Aged Release Riesling Gold Medal & Trophy - Clare Valley Riesling Trophy
"The judges said: Toasty nose with a touch of oily minerality. Lime and lemon peel on the palate with complex development. Nutty and ripe and racy acidity and a long, elegant finish."
Qweekend
Hosted by the Courier-Mail Wekend Queensland
May2010
Cellarnotes by Ken Gargett
2009 Polish Hill iver Riesling
This offers florals, limes and spice, crunchy acidity and terrific balanc. Intense right through the long finish. [92] More Info..
WINE 100. Australia's Leading Independent Wine Guide
MAY 2010
Pauletts 2005 Aged Release Riesling
93 points Tyson Stelzer
Gotta love it when great vintages are held back for late release. This one is evolving slowly and surely, with zesty acidity and primary lemon and lime fruit still lingering on the palate. The signs of age are beginning to add their toasty, kerosene-like complexity. More Info..
Pauletts 2009 Late Harvest Riesling
92 points Tyson Stelzer
Made from the same fruit as Pauletts Polish Hill River Riesling, left on the vines a few weeks longer. It maintains it's fresh, tight acidity, which balances the honeyed sweetness and baked apple richness of the style. Lemon and lime and cinamon spice add interest to this value for money style.
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The SYDNEY MORNING HERALD:
February 2 - 2010 - Tastings - Huon Hooke
BEST SPARKLING
Pauletts Trillians Sparkling Riesling 2008
90/100
Sparkling wine made from riesling never tasted so good. Floral and honey aromas, a whisper of bottle age but no real yeast character, then a light, tight, delicate palate of real refinement. Has heaps of flavour nontheless. Drink now.
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The AUSTRALIAN FINANCIAL REVIEW:
January 8-10 - 2010 WINE By Tim White
Pauletts Polish Hill River Riesling 2009
95/100
Gardinia smelling, with nettle and pith. Stunning texture in the mouth, minerally, almost sea salty - and with pure rose and lime flovours. Excellent structure; and moreish. This is the best riesling from the Polish Hill River region I've tasted from the '09 vintage.
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WINE100 - Australia's Leading Independent Wine Guide
December 2009
Paulett's Antonina Reserve Riesling - Vintage 2009
Nick Stock: Packed full of slatey, mineral character, this has a reserved, savoury nose but plenty of ripe fruit on the palate, searing acidity and some nectarines, limes and white peach. One of the region's standout wines from this supurb vintage with long-term acid structure. More Info..
JAMES HALLIDAY AUSTRALIAN WINE COMPANION 2010:
Five Red Star Winery 2010
Outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity. Will have at least two wines rated above 94 points and have had a five star rating for the previous two years.
Antonina Polish Hill River Riesling 2007
"Has outstanding texture, structure and balance; the intense lime/citrus flavours driving through the palate from the start to the long finish and aftertaste; the acidity guarantees a long and prosperous life." Rating 96
Andreas Shiraz 2005
"Very good colour reveals an intense, highly focussed wine with great texture and structure to the seamless spicy black fruits, oak and tannins." Rating 95
Polish Hill River Shiraz 2005
"Developing slowly but surely; a mix of red and black fruits with spice and pepper complexity to the medium-bodied palate." Rating 92
Polish Hill River Riesling 2008
"Focussed and flinty with lime juice bouquet; good texture and fresh acid; but will build." Rating 90
Polish Hill River Aged Release Rieslig2003
"Plenty of toasty aromatics, leading towards kerosene; better palate, with plenty of sweet fruit, showing a strong lemon zest character; long and toasty finish."Rating 90
Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot 2005
"Distinct nuances of mint and briar to the black fruits; this blend is often a challenge in the Clare Valley."
Rating 88
THE ADVERTISER:
"Top of the Poppers" Wed 9 Dec, 2009 by Tony Love
Paulett's 2008 Trillians Sparkling Brut
90 Points
"No mistaking this is a riesling with great limes and florals to begin, a lively mousse, a lovely riesling character right through to the finish, showing just the start of some development and oil/resin complexity, which showcases an alternative variety to the usual chardy and pinot."
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JAMES HALLIDAY AUSTRALIAN WINE COMPANION 2009:
Five Star Winery 2009
Antonina Polish Hill River Riesling 2006
"Less colour development than the '07 varietal; a super-elegant wine, with perfectly fused apple, citrus and slate flavours, then squeaky, lemony acidity on the finish." Rating 96
Andreas Shiraz 2004
"Sweet black cherry, blackberry, mocha and vanilla aromas and flavours; fine-grained tannins, and considerable length." Rating 94
Polish Hill River Riesling 2007
"Full green-yellow; an early-developing, full-flavoured, ripe pineapple and tropical mix; redeeming acidity."
Rating 90
Polish Hill River Shiraz 2004
"Slightly sawdusty oak impinges on ripe fruit; some choc mint plus vanilla flavours." Rating 89
Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot 2004
"A medium-bodied mix of spicy, savoury, cedary notes alongside red current and black current fruit."
Rating 88
JAMES HALLIDAY AUSTRALIAN WINE COMPANION 2008:
Five Star Winery 2008
Antonina Polish Hill River Riesling 2005
"Intense, bright, but still firm, palate; undertones of citrus, mineral and slate on the palate; very long finish. Will be very long-lived. " Rating 95
Andreas Shiraz 2003
"Medium red-purple; very generously proportioned, ripe, plum, blackberry and licorice mix; ripe tannins, good oak." Rating 94
Polish Hill River Riesling 2006
"Light straw-green; a clean, fresh bouquet; attractive apple, lime and lemon palate; generous, but not the least flabby. Slim price."
Rating 93
Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot
"Medium red-purple; a medium bodied palate, with blackcurrant, black olive and some spice; savoury tannins and fractionally grippy overall."
Rating 89
WINESTATE MAGAZINE"S TASTING RESULTS 2007:
Pauletts Antonina Riesling 2006 (24 tasted, 12 recommeded)
Pauletts Andreas Shiraz 2004 (20 tasted, 13 recommended)
Pauletts Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot 2004 (31 tasted, 24 recommended) Pauletts Polish Hill River Riesling 2007 (24 tasted, 12 recommended)
QANTAS MAGAZINE.
Dec 2006 by Nick Stock.
Pauletts 2006 Polish Hill River Riesling
"This displays brazen, savoury-lime peel, some slate, with plenty of depth & character. Mouth watering and fine palate, showing purity, lime zest and lightly spiced pepper through the cut stone soil characters, impressive intensity strength and balance. A neat oil for salt and pepper calamari."
THE ADELAIDE REVIEW.
Tues 12th Dec 2006 by Nick Stock
2005 Pauletts Antonina Riesling - Clare Valley SA.
94 points
"The Riesling from Neil Paulett's Polish Hill River estate is always among the more defined and expressive from his part of the Clare Valley. In 2005, when many great Rieslings emerged from the Clare district, Paulett reserved a parcel right from picking, watched it through the winery and liked what he saw. As A result, he has just released this "premium" Riesling, a terrific example of the intense, precise and savoury Polish Hill River style. Lovely flinty, slaty lime peel aromas pin it to the map and to the stunning 2005 vintage, the wine has just settled into a deep state of primary expression, crystal clear and beautifully defined. The palate is marked by terrific intensity, as mouth-watering acidity sparkles across the palate, dripping pure limejuice flavour from a sturdy spine of acid drive. It hones in finer through the finish, turning dry and savoury, offering great length and impressive resolve."
GOLF MAGAZINE. PLATINUM CLUB.
NOVEMBER 2006 by Winsor Dobbin
Pauletts 2006 Polish Hill River Riesling
"The 2006 Rieslings from the Clare Valley are uniformly excellent -and the best of those Rieslings come from the Polish Hill River region, which producers tight knit wines that will cellar well. It would be a strong man who cellared this wine, however, because it is down right delicious in its youth; with lovely floral aromas and delicate lime and lemon tang on the very dry palate. Very refreshing perfect with seafood dishes and an excellent choice with turkey risotto.
E-VINE.
30 OCTOBER 2006 by Martin Field
Pauletts Polish Hill River Riesling 2006
Near water pale, green gold edge. Nose of lime flowers and lemon. Clean, quite dry, elegant palate of mixed citrus fruits and minerals. Zesty lasting finish. Cellar to 2016
DAILY TELEGRAPH
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2006. by Jeff Collerson
Pauletts Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot 2003.
Most Cabernet sauvignon / merlot blends are one-dimensional. This is more serious, with concentration and length of flavour. Good acidity balances the fruit weight; 17 months in French Oak adds complexity to the middle palate.
THE ADVERTISER
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15. 2006 by Tony Love
Pauletts 2003 Andreas Shiraz 2003
4.5 Stars
Old Style oaky to begin with deeper, darker plum fruit there as well, brooding underneath. The same goes in the mouth with classic Shiraz fruit in well-built foundations that'll probably recede over a few years and hopefully allow the fruit to come to the surface.
HILLS FOOD & WINE SCENE
NOVEMBER 2006 by Heather Britton
Among New release wines from Pauletts in the Clare Valley is the delicious 2006 Polish Hill River Riesling offering tight acid and crisp lemon / lime flavours. The reds include the classy 2003 Andreas Shiraz, complex and brooding with good cellaring potential, and the 2003 Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot and Shiraz- both very approachable now. The Shiraz is soft and mouth filling with voluptuous cassis, mulberries and spice. | 
