After 38 years at the helm of Brokenwood, Iain Riggs knows a thing or two about Semillon. With partner in crime Peter Wiggs, this first release under their new label is classic Hunter Semillon at its finest.
A quirky blend for a quirky bird. Ian & Suzanne have a special affinity for the lyre bird and have made a quirky blend of Verdelho, Pecorino, Vermentino and Albariño to make a crisp, easy drinking wine. Delicious (the wine not the bird).
The renowned Dairy Hill block consistently produces the best Semillon for Briar Ridge each year and the 2019 vintage was no exception. With Kaffir lime leaf and lemongrass aromas and flavours, enjoy this crisp, elegant wine now or cellar this sleeping beauty over the long-term (if you can wait).
From 30 year old, low yielding vines this is an intensely citrus, beautifully structured wine. A classic Hunter Valley Semillon that will go for 20+ years.
Made from small parcels of wine selected for their distinctive varietal and regional characters. This wine displays herbaceous aromas melded with a citrus and grapefruit palate.
Hunter Valley Semillon is lean and racy in its youth but develops texture and complexity with age. It also will reflect the origins of where it is grown. This is wine will provide immediate enjoyment, though time in bottle will reward patience. Cellaring Potential 10 + years
From the Hart vineyard in the Upper Hunter Valley, this is made in the classic unoaked style, it has all the wonderful hallmarks of juicy sherbet and citrus fruit with a crisp, zippy finish.
Aromas of lemon and lime juice, lemongrass and tropical zest. Flavours are primary and bright, filled with bold citrus and apple flavours bringing crunchy energy to the palate.
Lifted aromatics of citrus, lemongrass and passionfruit with a generous, lively fruit quality. The palate is rich and delicious, with the beautiful chalky minerality so often found in wines from this vineyard.
