Ripped out years ago in favour of mainstream varieties, Pedro Ximenez is now a rarity in Australia. It does well in warmer climes such as the valleys of the Swan, Clare and Barossa and Victoria's Rutherglen region. This wine is Barossa born and bred from a solera dating back to 1944 when present vigneron Carl Lindner's family first fortified the wine. With vines averaging 30 years of age - some that are even older - the partnership of local vignerons and the heirloom vines that make up Dandelion Vineyards, are a true legacy of terroir, history and family.
A translucent bright copper brown colour in the glass. The nose is all perfumed aromas of fruit cake, coffee beans, roasted nuts and butterscotch that are enticing and warming to the nasal synapses.
The palate attacks with lively, big time rich fruit cake flavours, coffee and caramel. Juicy dates, sultanas and figs are underpinned by a citrus lime acidity. It is quite intense yet has a refreshing edge to it that balances the wine beautifully. Tangy in the cheeks. Orange marmalade and a light honey middle. Very fine tannins throughout, syrupy and no cloying sweetness.
An unctuously smooth texture overall with a long, dry persistent finish makes this Pedro an extraordinary drinking experience. Concentrated, seductive, luscious and classy.
Source: Winery Sample. Alcohol: 19.0%. Closure: Screwcap. Price: $30.00. Rating: 95 Points.
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