Rating 94
Style White
Variety
Vintage 2017
Appellation
New South Wales
Australia
ABV 11%
Price $21.00  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed 2019-01-08

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Cold Weather Hibernation, Drinking Outside the Lines, Treat Yo'self, Wine Geeks

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Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc , Sémillon

Tyrrell's Wines Hunter Valley Semillon 2017 Review

Sémillon is not known much other than a blending variety in Bordeaux, but in Hunter Valley Australia it is the icon of the region. And this is a great example of why. The pungent nose gives aromas of ripe citrus and a curious hint of alpine fir with some green apple. The palate is grippy with tight acidity making it a great food wine. This is an exploratory wine, as it is very good but pricey. If you are looking to expand the geek in you, this is worth the money.

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Tyrrell's Wines Hunter Valley Semillon 2017
Sémillon is not known much other than a blending variety in Bordeaux, but in Hunter Valley Australia it is the icon of the region. And this is a great example of why. The pungent nose gives aromas of ripe citrus and a curious hint of alpine fir with some green apple. The palate is grippy with tight acidity making it a great food wine. This is an exploratory wine, as it is very good but pricey. If you are looking to expand the geek in you, this is worth the money.

Reviewed On: 01-08-2019
94
POINTS
Tyrrell's Wines Hunter Valley Semillon 2017
Sémillon is not known much other than a blending variety in Bordeaux, but in Hunter Valley Australia it is the icon of the region. And this is a great example of why. The pungent nose gives aromas of ripe citrus and a curious hint of alpine fir with some green apple. The palate is grippy with tight acidity making it a great food wine. This is an exploratory wine, as it is very good but pricey. If you are looking to expand the geek in you, this is worth the money.

Reviewed On: 01-08-2019