Levantine HillSemillon 2019
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An historical but relatively unheralded Yarra Valley stalwart, Semillon rarely gets the chance in this region to singularly represent itself in bottle, being utilised mostly as an integral blending component to lift other varieties to greater heights. However, the 2019 vintage offered a blend of two Semillon barrels from our single block of such intricate and self-confident expression, that we felt compelled to bottle a small amount as a single varietal. Subtle aromas of flint, oyster shell, lemon zest, thyme, lychee, graphite and petrichor reflect the long favourable growing season. Subtle juicy acidity shapes the pithy palate with overlaying tactile suppleness. Nougat character from barrel fermentation interplays with Meyer lemon; nashi pear, and olive brine flavours enhanced by the barest hint of complexing tannin building subtle weight and depth of flavour.
Its innate charms will provide immediacy of enjoyment, but further complexity and richness will be the reward of careful ageing. Recommended serving temperature: 8-10˚C.
Its innate charms will provide immediacy of enjoyment, but further complexity and richness will be the reward of careful ageing. Recommended serving temperature: 8-10˚C.
An historical but relatively unheralded Yarra Valley stalwart, Semillon rarely gets the chance in this region to singularly represent itself in bottle, being utilised mostly as an integral blending component to lift other varieties to greater heights. However, the 2019 vintage offered a blend of two Semillon barrels from our single block of such intricate and self-confident expression, that we felt compelled to bottle a small amount as a single varietal. Subtle aromas of flint, oyster shell, lemon zest, thyme, lychee, graphite and petrichor reflect the long favourable growing season. Subtle juicy acidity shapes the pithy palate with overlaying tactile suppleness. Nougat character from barrel fermentation interplays with Meyer lemon; nashi pear, and olive brine flavours enhanced by the barest hint of complexing tannin building subtle weight and depth of flavour.
Its innate charms will provide immediacy of enjoyment, but further complexity and richness will be the reward of careful ageing. Recommended serving temperature: 8-10˚C.
Its innate charms will provide immediacy of enjoyment, but further complexity and richness will be the reward of careful ageing. Recommended serving temperature: 8-10˚C.
Medium bodied white wines have a lightly textured mouthfeel with moderate flavour impact. Often pale lemon coloured to pale gold.
- TypeSemillon
- Size750mL
- RegionYarra Valley
- Current Vintage2019
- Standard Drinks8.0
- Alcohol Volume13.5%
- CountryAustralia
- StateVictoria
- Brand NameLevantine Hill
- Wine MakerPaul Bridgeman
- ClosureScrew Cap
- Wine BodyMedium Bodied
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