Wine Review
Archive: Australia: Other White
($10).
Aromatic floral, citrus, tropical and
stonefruit flavors come together deliciously
to make a great, racy Summer white. Lingers
nicely. A blend of Riesling, Sauvignon
Blanc and Marsanne. A delicious match
to spicy shellfish and salads. (Weekend
Wine 07/05)
($16).
A blend of Viognier and Marsanne, offering
an opulent bouquet of floral, apricot
and tropical aromas. Appealingly fresh
and balanced with juicy peach and melon
playing off crisp green apple. Finishes
with a burst of citrus and a nice touch
of nutty oak. Ready to drink now. (Weekend
Wine 07/05)
($22).
A compelling balance between fresh florals
and rich, ripe fruit flavors works nicely.
Pear, peach, honeysuckle, wildflower honey,
even a touch of ripe fig. Lovely finish.
Ready to drink now and over the next couple
of years. (Weekend Wine 07/05)
($16). The grapes are picked young for this
wine, so that they'll have loads of zingy
acidity and freshness rather than being
particularly ripe. This wine is indeed young
and "grapey," with smooth tropical
notes sounding through the crisp finish.
An ideal match for spicy calamari or just
about any spicy shellfish starter. Ready
to drink right this second. (Weekend Wine
04/06)
($25). From producer Ravenswood
Lane, a blend of Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot
Gris and Semillon. Sleek, vibrant and bone
dry, with crisp apple, apricot kernel and
citrus zest notes that linger on the focused
finish. Ready to drink now and over the
next couple of years. (Weekend Wine 04/08)
($30). Dry and crisp, with
green pear laced with lemon, mineral, and
touches of warm spice. Medium bodied with
a moderate finish. Ready to drink now. (Weekend
Wine 04/08)
($24). Delicate, verging
on too light, with a fresh, grapey character
touched with pretty floral and honeyed notes.
An appealing change of pace for fresh, creamy
cheeses and summer fruit desserts. Ready
to drink now. (Splurge Wine 06/07)
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