Old Winery Verdelho 2022

Located in the Hunter Valley wine region of New South Wales, Tyrrell's cultivates Verdelho on plots benefiting from a warm climate tempered by coastal breezes. The vines are planted in predominantly sandy and loamy soils, providing good drainage and promoting even ripening of the grapes. This Old Winery Verdelho is crafted from selected plots intended to express a fresh, aromatic, and approachable style, emblematic of this historic region of Australia.

Verdelho grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness to preserve their aromatic freshness, then gently pressed before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to retain the primary aromas of tropical fruit and citrus. Vinification takes place under reductive conditions to limit oxidation, with a short aging period in stainless steel tanks on fine lees, without oak aging, to emphasize the vibrancy, purity of the fruit, and the fresh, aromatic character typical of this Australian wine.

This wine reveals notes of ripe tropical fruit , zesty citrus , and juicy stone fruit , complemented by delicate white floral touches and a subtly herbaceous nuance. The palate is lively and fresh, driven by crisp acidity, a supple and slightly rounded texture, and a lingering aromatic intensity. The finish is clean and thirst-quenching, marked by a return of exotic fruit and a slightly mineral sensation that pleasantly prolongs the tasting experience.

Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multigenerational winemaking families, and a deep-rooted knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to this a thirst for exploration and innovation, a fearless attitude, and a diverse portfolio of 65 wine regions across a wide range of climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine nation. Australia burst onto the export scene in the 1980s and has since been offering the world vibrant, fruity, and exceptionally good-value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, the history of Australian wine was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache, and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diverse range of high-quality Australian wines and regional wines that has always existed. Australian viticulture is concentrated primarily along the southern coastline where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions, each centered around major cities: Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne, and New South Wales around Sydney. The country is one of the world's largest wine producers and was the fourth-largest exporter in 2011. This recent development has made Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines throughout the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines, which are defined by their terroir.