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Henschke Noble Semillon 375ml 2016

A$41.00
AvailabilityOut of stock
Volume375ml
VarietiesSemillon
Region/CountryAustralia, South Australia
Rating91 points
Description

For centuries in Europe very late-harvest wines have been made from grapes infected in the vineyard with the Botrytis cinerea mould, such as French Sauternes and German beerenauslese. This mould, known as the Noble Rot, develops in the ripening grape berries causing higher sugar and acid levels to be achieved with a corresponding enhancement of flavours and lusciousness of the wine.

Fermented in tank with 18% of the wine then transferred to seasoned 225L French barriques for 6 months. Remainder aged on lees in tank for complexity before blending prior to bottling with residual sweetness of 125g/L.


For centuries in Europe very late-harvest wines have been made from grapes infected in the vineyard with the Botrytis cinerea mould, such as French Sauternes and German beerenauslese. This mould, known as the Noble Rot, develops in the ripening grape berries causing higher sugar and acid levels to be achieved with a corresponding enhancement of flavours and lusciousness of the wine.

Fermented in tank with 18% of the wine then transferred to seasoned 225L French barriques for 6 months. Remainder aged on lees in tank for complexity before blending prior to bottling with residual sweetness of 125g/L.


Ratings
Score91 points
ReviewerJames Suckling
Review

A very attractive nose, offering peaches and lemons, as well as candied lemon and stones. The palate has very bright orange, peach, and toffee flavors. Smoothly textured, supple, and even.

Specifications
ClosureScrew Cap
Serving temp6-8 °C
Alcohol10.5%
Cellar Until2017 - 2036
Food Pairing

Strawberry jelly with fresh berries

Tasting Profile
nose

Brilliant gold with green hues. Vibrant, complex aromas of honey, nectar, citrus rind, and lemon curd with fragrant citrus blossom and frangipani florals.

palate

Apricot, citrus rind, and lemon curd flavours provide richness while the balanced natural acidity offers beautiful purity for a deliciously long, textured, and luscious finish.

Henschke Noble Semillon 375ml 2016
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