Pierro Chenin Blanc
Pierro Chenin Blanc 2022 "Nunc Tempus Est" Product Description The 2022 Pierro Chenin Blanc is a testament to the vision of Dr Michael Peterkin, who first planted this small plot of Chenin Blanc vines in 1980. Over the years, these old vines have developed into a highly prized source of fruit, yielding small quantities of exceptional grapes. The name 'Nunc Tempus Est', meaning 'Now is the time', reflects the moment when this remarkable wine has come to fruition. The grapes for this wine were handpicked in the cool of the morning, gently pressed, and fermented under careful conditions to preserve the freshness and purity of the fruit. The wine was then matured in a combination of stainless steel and mature French oak barrels, ensuring a perfect balance of texture and complexity. Fresh and vibrant, this wine showcases a unique style of Chenin Blanc that is both bone-dry and deeply flavourful, with aromas and flavours of honey, straw, and apples. The wine is powerful yet controlled, making it an excellent choice for cellaring, where it will continue to evolve beautifully over time. Maker Pierro is a prestigious winery in Margaret River, Western Australia, founded by Dr. Michael Peterkin, whose passion for winemaking is rivaled only by his devotion to the land. Known for his meticulous approach and deep understanding of viticulture, Mike Peterkin has become one of the most respected winemakers in the region. Since its inception in the early 1980s, Pierro has been at the forefront of producing high-quality wines that exemplify the very best of Margaret River. The winery's commitment to excellence is evident in every step of the process, from high-density vineyard planting to careful hand harvesting. Pierro’s wines are the result of a deep connection to the land and an unwavering focus on quality. The vineyards, located in Willyabrup, feature some of the oldest vines in the region, with an average age of 30 years, producing fruit with great concentration and complexity. With a focus on minimal intervention, Pierro allows the unique terroir of Margaret River to shine through in each bottle. Philosophy At Pierro, winemaking is both an art and a science, rooted in a deep respect for the land. The philosophy behind each vintage is grounded in sustainability, quality, and a commitment to showcasing the true character of the land. Pierro was one of the first wineries to introduce high-density planting in Margaret River, a technique that enhances fruit concentration and flavour intensity. The winery's meticulous approach extends to every aspect of the process, from pruning and vine management to the careful harvesting of grapes at the optimal time. The emphasis on minimal intervention allows the natural expression of the fruit to come through, creating wines of incredible balance and complexity. Pierro’s wines are a true reflection of the region’s unique climate and soil, offering both elegance and power in every bottle. Tasting Notes NOSE Fragrant & Complex The nose opens with a blend of green apple, apricot, and granny smith apple, balanced by a subtle hint of wet wool, fresh thyme, and lemon myrtle. These bright, fresh aromas are intertwined with a faint smokiness, creating a dynamic and captivating bouquet. PALATE Structured & Flavourful The palate is full-bodied yet elegant, with a fine balance of honeyed richness, straw, and apple notes, underpinned by a delicate hint of ginger and spice. The wine's texture is impressive, offering a harmonious blend of freshness and complexity, with a crisp acidity that adds structure and length. FINISH Long & Elegant The finish is dry and refreshing, with lingering notes of honey, green apple, and a touch of smoke. The wine’s crisp acidity and chalky grip ensure a satisfying and long-lasting finish, making it a wine that will continue to evolve beautifully with time. Reviews and Accolades "A perfect match for fresh seafood or grilled scallops in lemon butter. A complex, vibrant, and age-worthy expression of Chenin Blanc." - Young Gun of Wine Such a distinctive chenin, as in very much a Pierro wine. Highly perfumed with lavender, green olives in brine, mastic verging on the smell of just-cut raw pine wood. There’s a lot going here: textural with barely ripe Packham pears, raw quince flavour and phenolics with a slip of creaminess. Super dry on the finish, super delicious to drink. - Special Value, Jane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion, 94 Points. Green apple, apricot, green pear, lemon myrtle and honey, a coverlet of spicy oak. It's juicy, lots of flavour here, but tight too, and the texture is excellent offering some chalky grip and glossy feel, and it sports a cinch of dried herb and quinine bitterness on a long finish. It's powerful Chenin, yet it's balanced and controlled. Gee, this is terrific wine. - Gary Walsh, The Wine Front, 94 Points.
Cullen Cabernet Merlot
Cullen, world famous for their Diana Madeline Cabernet Merlot, have introduced another Cab Merlot, a distinguished offshoot of the Langton's classified Diana Madeline. Majority Cabernet Sauvignon blended with Merlot and touch of Petit Verdot gives the wine a luscious, bright cherry flavour with red berries playing their part. Aged in French oak, 40% of which was new, for one year. Delicious to serve with veal, lamb or beef today, but will also reward up to 10 years in the cellar.
Thomas Wines Braemore Semillon
John George Shiraz
Margaret River is renowned for its premium Siraz wines. This example emanates from one of Wilyabrup's a multi star rated Halliday Winereis. The fruit was harvested in Mid-April when the skin tannins are ripe and the flavours are bold. The whole berries add some spice and complexity to the wine. Aromas of glazed plums, cloves and cracked peppercorns give way to a rich palate with hints of citrus blossom, oyster shell and vanilla pod compliment a long and complex finish, further exhibiting a bright fruit core and pure longevity of pristine tannin. Enjoy. Ø VARIETY 100% ShirazØ REGION Margaret RiverØ COLOUR Deep garnet redØ AROMA Aromas of glazed plums, cloves and cracked peppercorns introduce a coating and rich palate laden with ripe tannin and pure fruit tones.Ø PALATE A rich palate with hints of citrus blossom, oyster shell and vanilla pod compliment a long and complex finish, further exhibiting a bright fruit core and pure longevity of pristine tannin.Ø WINEMAKING The fruit was harvested in Mid-April when the skin tannins are ripe and the flavours are bold. The fruit is de-stemmed with no crushing of the berries so that we begin whole berry fermentation. The whole berries seem to add some spice and complexity to the wine. Our Shiraz seems to enjoy relatively cool ferments, plenty of aeration and gentle treatment. The wine is gently pressed of skins, near dryness, based on taste.The bubbly purple wine finishes its fermentation in the presence of mainly French oak, with the smallest portion of American oak. The wine is racked when it has finished its malolactic fermentation, and then once or twice more over the season based on its individual requirements. This wine was matured and aged for 17 months before bottling during the Winter of the following year.Ø TYPICAL ANALYSIS 13.6% AlcoholØ FOOD MATCHING Barbecued meats, steak, chocolate, Szechuan cooking and venison
First Creek Hunter Valley Semillon
Robert Oatley Signature Series Cabernet Sauvignon
This bold Cabernet Sauvignon was crafted using premium fruit parcels sourced from lush vineyards in the Margaret River wine region. The grapes were picked at perfect tannin ripeness, fermented, and aged for a period of 12 to 15 months in French oak barrels. The resulting dry red wine displays an inky red / purple colour, and exudes vibrant aromas and flavours of blackberries and dried leaves. This full flavoured palate combines with finely structured tannins to provide a textured and captivating finish. This elegant wine can be cellared for a decade from vintage. Pair it with dishes like braised beef short ribs, garlic chicken wings, and zucchini gratin with tomato confit, to fully appreciate its satisfying flavours.
Howard Park Chardonnay
Barrel fermentation and maturation in French oak barriques with partial malolactic has imparted texture and complexity to the minerally grapefruit flavours of this Chardonnay from WA's south-west corner.
Tyrrell's Stevens Semillon
Complex mineral and flint aromas with a palate that has good length. Tyrrell's Stevens Semillon has wonderful balance between the fresh citrus flavours of youth and the aged 'toasty' characters. It is great with seafood dishes.
Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon
This is WORLD CLASS Cabernet and sits among the very best! Vasse Felix's signature bay leaf in a profoundly high quality bath of tightly packed blackberry & black currants. Fantastic length and cellaring potential!
Fraser Gallop Parterre Chardonnay
The wines of Fraser Gallop Estate are intensely flavoured, textured and complex. Only the finest quality French oak barrels are used for all Fraser Gallop Estate wines, with very specific Bordelais coopers used for the Cabernet Sauvignon and Semillon Sauvignon Blanc blends, and Burgundian coopers for the Chardonnay. The complete winemaking process takes place at the estate - picking to vinification to barrel maturation to bottling to cellaring. Fraser Gallop Estate is an estate grown, produced and bottled wine. Flavours of lemon curd and grapefruit with searing length. A wine with clarity and finesse. A tightly focussed and very precise wine showing seamless fruit purity with the lightly toasted French oak very much in the background. Crystalline acidity and a mouth-watering finish complete this Chardonnay.