AU
New Zealand
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97 Points
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96 Points
The 2019 Vat 1 Semillon is a wine of pedigree and patience.
100% Semillon fruit.
It is expected to mature gracefully over the next 15 to 20 years.
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Description
2019 Tyrrell’s Vat 1 Semillon
The 2019 Vat 1 is the flagship of Tyrrell’s Semillon program and one of the most iconic white wines in Australia. Sourced exclusively from the Short Flat vineyard, with vines dating back to 1923, it embodies the purity, longevity and subtle power that defines great Hunter Valley Semillon.
Vintage 2019 was dry and warm, producing low yields of intensely flavoured fruit. The handpicked grapes were whole-bunch pressed and fermented in stainless steel, with no oak or malolactic fermentation. The aim, as always with Vat 1, is clarity and precision. This is a wine that speaks clearly of its site and region without interference.
In the glass, it is very pale, almost transparent, with green highlights at the rim. The nose is tightly wound in its youth, showing lemon pith, lime blossom and hints of talc and crushed stone. On the palate, it is razor-sharp and focused, driven by racy acidity and citrus purity. Flavours of lemon, green apple and kaffir lime are layered over a chalky, mineral texture. There is no excess here, only length, line and quiet confidence.
At this stage, it is still in its infancy, built more for the cellar than for immediate drinking. With time, it will evolve into something more expansive, developing notes of toast, honey and lanolin while holding onto its core of acidity. It is expected to mature gracefully over the next 15 to 20 years.
Food pairings should remain clean and bright. Fresh oysters, grilled prawns, sashimi or roast chicken with herbs all make excellent companions. It also pairs well with soft cheeses or light Thai dishes featuring citrus and lemongrass.
The 2019 Vat 1 Semillon is a wine of pedigree and patience. It does not need to shout to be heard. Instead, it rewards those who value restraint, structure and the quiet excellence of a wine that will only grow more compelling with age.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Citrus, Floral
Palate:Brioche, Chalk, Green Apple, Lemon, Peach
Food Pairings:
Asian
Fish
Shellfish
Description
2019 Tyrrell’s Vat 1 Semillon
The 2019 Vat 1 is the flagship of Tyrrell’s Semillon program and one of the most iconic white wines in Australia. Sourced exclusively from the Short Flat vineyard, with vines dating back to 1923, it embodies the purity, longevity and subtle power that defines great Hunter Valley Semillon.
Vintage 2019 was dry and warm, producing low yields of intensely flavoured fruit. The handpicked grapes were whole-bunch pressed and fermented in stainless steel, with no oak or malolactic fermentation. The aim, as always with Vat 1, is clarity and precision. This is a wine that speaks clearly of its site and region without interference.
In the glass, it is very pale, almost transparent, with green highlights at the rim. The nose is tightly wound in its youth, showing lemon pith, lime blossom and hints of talc and crushed stone. On the palate, it is razor-sharp and focused, driven by racy acidity and citrus purity. Flavours of lemon, green apple and kaffir lime are layered over a chalky, mineral texture. There is no excess here, only length, line and quiet confidence.
At this stage, it is still in its infancy, built more for the cellar than for immediate drinking. With time, it will evolve into something more expansive, developing notes of toast, honey and lanolin while holding onto its core of acidity. It is expected to mature gracefully over the next 15 to 20 years.
Food pairings should remain clean and bright. Fresh oysters, grilled prawns, sashimi or roast chicken with herbs all make excellent companions. It also pairs well with soft cheeses or light Thai dishes featuring citrus and lemongrass.
The 2019 Vat 1 Semillon is a wine of pedigree and patience. It does not need to shout to be heard. Instead, it rewards those who value restraint, structure and the quiet excellence of a wine that will only grow more compelling with age.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Citrus, Floral
Brioche, Chalk, Green Apple, Lemon, Peach
Asian
Fish
Shellfish
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