Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2010
The latest vintage of this hugely popular Rosily wine is now available.
Combining zesty citrus and tropical fruits typical of Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc with richer notes from the full-bodied Semillon, this wine has added complexity derived from a touch of quality French oak. This classy, food-friendly wine has won numerous gold medals and received many top reviews since it was first produced in the year 2000. Already the 2010 vintage has received a silver medal for being the second highest pointed wine in its class at the 2010 Sheraton Wine Awards.
Download Tasting Notes for this Wine (PDF)» Tasting Notes
Appearance
Pale straw, brilliantly bright with a slight lemon tinge.
Nose
Complex aromatics that show both savoury and herbal characteristics. Lightly toasted oak adds both complexity and depth.
Palate
A dry wine with distictive grassy, herbal and subtle citrus fruits enhanced by well integrated and deftly handled oak. A soft, mouth filling wine with refreshing acidity that brings life to the finish.
Cellaring
The wine is ready for drinking, however has the structure to gain further complexity over the next three to five years.
» Technical Data
Amount
65% Semillon, 35% Sauvignon Blanc
Cropping Level
Semillon: 4.80 tonnes/acre; Sauvignon Blanc 4.50 tonnes/acre.
Harvest Dates
Semillon: 11th, 12th and 13th of March 2010 (by hand); Sauvignon Blanc: 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th of March 2010 (by hand)
Alcohol/Volume
13.5%
Oak Treatment
40% Barrel matured for 2 months in 100% new French oak.
» Production History
Has been produced every year since our inaugural 2000 vintage. 1700 cases of the current vintage were produced.
» Reviews / Awards
- SILVER 2011 Decanter World Wine Awards
"This quiet achiever from Margaret River excels, and here is a classy example of the regions most famous blend; intense and focussed, showing crunchingly pure-white tropical flavours, a hint of spicy oak and a vibrant zippy finish."
– Peter Forrestal, STM Magazine February 6th, 2011
- 92 points - Ray Jordan