AU
New Zealand
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97 Points
One of Australia’s oldest producers, 155 years old.
61% Marsanne and 39% Roussanne.
Wonderful Australian example of a classic Rhone blend.
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Description
61% Marsanne, 39% Roussanne. Our traditional white blend comes from Marsanne vines planted in 1973 and the oldest Roussanne vines in Australia, planted in 1983. A low yielding, high quality vintage producing excellent, intense wines in small quantities. Picked on March 12 & 15 2022, bottled Feb 2023. The Marsanne and Roussanne grapes were handpicked, sorted, destemmed and crushed before pressing. As they were only picked three days apart, they were co- fermented in stainless steel tank, then transferred to old oak barrels post fermentation for aging. The purity of the fruit is allowed to shine through, unimpeded by new oak and malolactic fermentation. A wine of understated depth and complexity. It balances finesse and power, with a savoury structure that calls out for food. Aromas of honeysuckle, jasmine, and orange blossom are interspersed with savoury aromas of pear skin, quince and sandalwood. The palate is finely textured, fresh & moreishly lively, while offering the breadth and power typical of the blend.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Apricot, Lanolin, Nectarine
Palate:Apricot, Lanolin, Mineral
Food Pairings:
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
Description
61% Marsanne, 39% Roussanne. Our traditional white blend comes from Marsanne vines planted in 1973 and the oldest Roussanne vines in Australia, planted in 1983. A low yielding, high quality vintage producing excellent, intense wines in small quantities. Picked on March 12 & 15 2022, bottled Feb 2023. The Marsanne and Roussanne grapes were handpicked, sorted, destemmed and crushed before pressing. As they were only picked three days apart, they were co- fermented in stainless steel tank, then transferred to old oak barrels post fermentation for aging. The purity of the fruit is allowed to shine through, unimpeded by new oak and malolactic fermentation. A wine of understated depth and complexity. It balances finesse and power, with a savoury structure that calls out for food. Aromas of honeysuckle, jasmine, and orange blossom are interspersed with savoury aromas of pear skin, quince and sandalwood. The palate is finely textured, fresh & moreishly lively, while offering the breadth and power typical of the blend.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Apricot, Lanolin, Nectarine
Apricot, Lanolin, Mineral
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
