TASTING NOTES FOR Clonakilla Sauvignon Blanc Semillon Canberra District New South Wales 2023

🍷 Appearance

A beautiful pale straw-yellow colour with delicate green highlights. Bright, clear and inviting in the glass, displaying the freshness and vibrancy characteristic of a well-crafted cool-climate white wine.

👃 Aromas

An elegant and beautifully fragrant bouquet of fresh citrus, passionfruit and crisp green apple, complemented by delicate notes of lemon blossom, grapefruit and freshly cut herbs. Subtle hints of white peach and mineral complexity add further depth and sophistication to the attractive aromatics.

👅 Palate

Fresh, vibrant and beautifully balanced, delivering attractive flavours of passionfruit, juicy lime, grapefruit and crisp green apple. The Sauvignon Blanc contributes lively tropical fruit and citrus characters, while the Semillon adds subtle texture, elegance and structure. Refreshing natural acidity provides excellent balance, creating a wonderfully harmonious palate with impressive freshness and definition.

🍈 Texture & Finish

Light to medium-bodied with a smooth, gently rounded texture and beautifully integrated acidity. The palate displays an appealing combination of vibrant fruit flavours and delicate structure, leading to a long, crisp and refreshing finish with lingering impressions of citrus, passionfruit and subtle mineral notes.

🍇 Overall Style

An elegant and expressive cool-climate white blend from the highly regarded Clonakilla winery in the Canberra District. Combining the aromatic freshness of Sauvignon Blanc with the refined structure of Semillon, this wine offers vibrant fruit flavours, lively acidity and excellent balance. A sophisticated and versatile Australian white wine with freshness, finesse and genuine regional character.

🍽️ Food Pairing

An excellent accompaniment to fresh oysters, grilled prawns, seafood platters, pan-seared white fish and Mediterranean salads. Also pairs beautifully with asparagus, goat’s cheese, sushi, Thai-inspired dishes and lightly grilled chicken. Equally enjoyable served well chilled as a refreshing aperitif.

🥂 BBD Verdict

A delightful and beautifully crafted Sauvignon Blanc Semillon blend from one of Australia’s most respected cool-climate wineries. The Clonakilla 2023 combines attractive citrus and tropical fruit flavours with refreshing acidity and subtle textural complexity. Elegant, balanced and wonderfully versatile, this is an excellent choice for lovers of fresh, sophisticated Australian white wines. A stylish and thoroughly enjoyable wine offering excellent drinking pleasure and impressive regional character.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷