Hunter Valley, NSW, Australia. Semillon. 11.5%. Screwcap. Approx $A40.A beautiful 'old school' wine made from the grapes of 100 year old vines, basket pressed and finally presented in a riesling bottle. It's green and bright, sappy and electric. Cut grass and bruised herbs, lemon zest and wax. Unresolved and brimming. Exciting. In the mouth, a mineral edge, a suggestions of white pepper. A wine of superb clarity and vitality. 93+. Now - 2020.
Image: In the background Neil Perry's recipe for Stewed snapper with crazy water, which paired wonderfully with the wine.
Post script. November 12 and bottle 2 of 12 beautifully matched by the food of Kiri Japanese. . . I'm not sure old school is the correct term anymore. It seems to be more cheeky self assurance and confidence about your own place in history.
5 comments:
Did you ever try the 09 Eduardo? That was even better.
GW
GW,
Sadly no. But - I can remember reading Julian's review (from Fullpour, earlier this year) for the 09 version, and thinking I've got to get ahold of some. . .
Where can you buy this in Perth? Unusual semillons are as rare as hen's teeth around here ...
Anon,
Agree about unusual Semillon being a rare find in Perth. I got this from the mailing list. I think only 250 cases were made.
Thanks, Edward. It's time I start focusing on finding these things online. Great blog - keep up the good work. Anon (Greg)
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