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This 2011 is sold out through the winery but there’s still small quantities available at retail level. It’s a highly unusual blend of Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Meunier and Gris and it works a treat. Smells of white stonefruit flesh, rockmelon, herbs, pepper and a musky/earthy/fungal note that I find strangely erotic. Mouthfilling in a delicate way with heaps of mineral definition and detail followed by nuanced phenolics that leave you rubbing your tongue against the top of your mouth in a combination of intrigue and sheer delight. 93 Very Good
Region: Geelong
Alcohol: 12.8%
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Price: $29.50
Tasted: January 2013
Just posted this up really enjoyed it. A joyous blend. Ticking boxes in every department. Looking forward to giving the Rosé a go.
I’m very much a fan of the Rosé and the 2011 Red doesn’t lack interest either. July release date for the 2012s I believe.