One of four premium vineyards owned by the Davis Family, Carillion formerly known as Jokers Peak Vineyard, is situated on the slopes of Mt Canobolas in the cold wine region of Orange in the high central tablelands of New South Wales. The terroir, particularly the climate is ideal for grape growing and winemaking and the Verduzzo is surely at home here as it is in Friuli Venezia-Giulia, its traditional home.
Before describing the wine, kudos to the wine label designer for such a striking piece of work. It is certainly an attention-grabber. Perhaps the funky refers to the label ?
The wine itself has a light lemon gold colour. The restrained nose offers up lime blossom, citrus, cinnamon and some interesting leesy notes, which reminds me of fresh pastry.
The wine itself has a light lemon gold colour. The restrained nose offers up lime blossom, citrus, cinnamon and some interesting leesy notes, which reminds me of fresh pastry.
The first sip is dry and fresh, leads to a rich, slightly tart, light- to mid-bodied palate that bursts with crisp green apple, nectarine and Nashi pear flavours. Some biscuit and herbal notes too.
Not as astringent as I would have first thought but the phenolics are there along with chalky-type tannins and a fine acid intensity. Because of such qualities, Verduzzo has commonly been referred to as the white for red drinkers. Easy to see why.
Not as astringent as I would have first thought but the phenolics are there along with chalky-type tannins and a fine acid intensity. Because of such qualities, Verduzzo has commonly been referred to as the white for red drinkers. Easy to see why.
It's a well-balanced, robust wine with a long spicy, stony finish and versatile enough to cope with a variety of food. Highly recommended.
Source: Sample. ABV: 13.5%. Closure: Screw Cap. Price: $30.00.
Rating: 92+ Points. Website: http://tallaveragrove.com.au/
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