Winemakers Selection Vat 1 Semillon 2018

Located in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, Tyrrell's vineyards extend across historic plots near Pokolbin, north of Sydney. This coastal wine region benefits from a warm climate tempered by sea breezes and a strong oceanic influence. The soils are predominantly clay-sand and alluvial, providing good drainage and a consistent water supply to the vines. The plots destined for the Winemakers Selection Vat 1 Semillon cuvée come from carefully selected old vines, renowned for producing concentrated and balanced grapes.

Sourced from old Semillon vines in the Hunter Valley, this wine is hand-harvested in the early morning to preserve its aromatic freshness. The grapes are then gently pressed as whole bunches, and the juice is cold-settled before fermentation in stainless steel tanks at low temperatures, without malolactic fermentation, to maintain the purity and natural tension of the varietal. The wine is aged on its fine lees in stainless steel tanks, without oak, until bottling, preserving the classic, precise, and elegant profile of this cuvée.

This wine reveals notes of fresh lemon , lime , and grapefruit , complemented by delicate hints of white flowers and lemon blossom . A mineral dimension is also perceptible, with nuances of wet stone and chalk , as well as subtle, evolving notes of light honey and discreet toast . The palate is taut and precise, driven by lively acidity , a fine, chiseled texture, and a long , remarkably pure finish.

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