Single Vineyard HVD Semillon 2017

From the HVD Single Vineyard, this wine originates in the Hunter Valley, north of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. The vineyard is located on the Lower Hunter River, near Pokolbin, on sandy and silty alluvial soils resting on gravel, renowned for producing fine, taut Semillon grapes. The climate is warm but tempered by coastal breezes and a strong maritime influence, allowing for slow and even ripening of the grapes while preserving naturally high acidity.

The Semillon grapes are hand-harvested in the HVD vineyard and then gently pressed as whole bunches. The must is then clarified before fermenting at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks to preserve the aromatic purity and natural tension of the grape variety. After fermentation, the wine is aged on its fine lees in stainless steel tanks for several months, without oak barrel aging, to maintain a focused, crystalline profile centered on the precision of the fruit and minerality.

This wine reveals notes of fresh lemon , lime , and grapefruit , complemented by delicate hints of white flowers and linden blossom , as well as a mineral dimension reminiscent of wet stone and chalk. On the palate, the texture is fine and precise , carried by a lively acidity that lengthens the structure, with a saline and persistent finish that leaves an impression of great purity.

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.