Variety: 47% Marsanne | 43% Roussanne | 10% Viognier
Region: Hunter Valley
Tasting Notes
This wine was previously known as Epogée
The boldness of this wine is obvious even in how it presents in the glass, with a strong lemon-yellow colour with flecks of green.
Aromatically, this wine is really in a class of its own. All three varieties contribute differently to the bouquet: Marsanne (47%) gifts the highlights of fresh citrus and pear, sweet lemon and fig. Roussanne (43%) fills out the fruit accents of ripe apple, honey, and fine herb tea.
Finally, a dash of Viognier (10%) brings bright and floral distinction, with clear notes of honeysuckle and orange blossom plus hints of jasmine.
The characteristics of each variety add a different character to the aroma and this complexity carries on throughout the palate of the wine. The Marsanne and Roussanne combine perfectly for pear, fig and macadamia flavours that are lush, layered and textured whilst viognier confers a nectarine tang with fine cardamom-like spiciness. These three varieties were fermented individually in French oak barrels before blending, which supports these layers of texure with subtle spice and creaminess onto the finish.
Drink:Now to 2025
Food Match: Gnocchi, pasta, or seafood
Technical Data
Alcohol: 12.6%
pH: 3.32