Australia
Once upon a time Aussie white wine meant Aussie (wooded) Chardonnay. It was big and there was lots of it. These days there's a whole lot more variety. There's still plenty of Chardonnay, but the oak is far more judiciously handled than was once the case. There are fab Rieslings from the Clare Valley and beyond. But Aussie open-mindedness will yield up great wines from all sorts of grape varieties.
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2017 THE WHITE MULLET Pikes Polish Hill River Estate
South Australia Australia White
Sauvignon Blanc, Fiano, Pinot Grigio, Sémillon.
A delicious, fragrant and gentle white with touches of wild flowers, tropical fruit, citrus and herb. Pithy, with a nicely textured mouth feel, fragrant and fruity once more.
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2018 RIESLING Traditionale Pikes Polish Hill River Estate
South Australia Australia White
Riesling.
A very fresh, juicy and quite intensely flavored riesling with fresh lime juice, stony nuances and fragrant perfume, all combined on a polished, sleek palate.
James Suckling, www.jamessuckling.com
2017 RED CLAW Chardonnay Yabby Lake
Mornington Peninsula Victoria Australia 12.5% White
Chardonnay.
The 2017 vintage on the Mornington Peninsula is a classic in the making. A mild but windy spring led into a cool summer and extended autumn. Yields were low, and small bunches and berries resulte...(more info)
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2015 ONE BLOCK 'Granite' Yarra Valley Chardonnay
Yarra Valley Victoria Australia 13% White
Chardonnay.
Made using 500 Ltr Oak Puncheons, not full Malo and no lees stirring. Quite fat, but pure and straight from the granitic origin, and not at all over the top, with gently gripping phenolics, and a...(more info)
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