SAPLING YARD SHIRAZ VIOGNIER 2023 ($38 / Canberra District)
This young Shiraz Viognier opens up with an complex melange of white pepper, ripe mulberry, a hint of tobacco and brown mushrooms both on the nose and front palate.
The 3% Viognier component contributes an ethereal floral lift and intrigue.
This silky and satisfying wine is seductively sleek albeit with a steely mid-palate grip.
Whilst offering palate pleasure now, it'll reward a 3 to 5 year cellar sleep for further integration.
It is well crafted, generously priced and well deserving of any medals undoubtedly heading its way.
Gilbert Labour