Category Archives: Verdelho et al

2013 Mount Pleasant B-Side Airport Block 3/46 Lovedale Vineyard Field Blend

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Jeremy Pringle

I read about a Lovedale Vineyard field blend being made in secret by Gwyn Olsen during her tenure at Mount Pleasant. This is perhaps what came of that exploration. It’s a blend of Chardonnay, Verdelho and Semillon. The winemaker is … Continue reading →

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2012 Chapel Hill il Vescovo White

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

A blend of Savagnin, Verdelho and Roussanne with the latter expressing itself very clearly. Textured, deftly phenolic and interesting to drink. Probably even better with a plate of the right food. Smells of nectarines, tropical fruits, leesy funk and cupboard … Continue reading →

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2013 Lowe Tinja No Added Preservative Chardonnay Verdelho

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

Not the most poetic name for a wine but I guess it gets a message across. “[D]eveloped for those with allergic reactions to such additives.” For more detail you can click here. Despite the obviously early picked fruit it manages … Continue reading →

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2011 Chapel Hill il Vescovo White

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Jeremy Pringle

A new release under Chapel Hill’s ‘il Vescovo’ banner, this is a blend of Savagnin, Verdelho and Roussanne. I wanted to like it more than I actually did. Smells a bit like an orange and fennel salad drizzled lightly with … Continue reading →

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