Thistledown Gorgeous Grenache Blanc Grenache Blanc, Zibibbo, Chardonnay 2024
G 93
Sweet pops of honeysuckle and orange blossom lead the nose in a pretty opening, with lemon balm and lemon pith beneath. The palate is tensile with lovely bitterness and line. Preserved lemon and orange blossom run linear through the mouth, with the floral notes in the mouth perfume and a lemon-zest finish. Great value here. Drink now–2025 Wangolina The Originals Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2023 G 93 Lychee sits above preserved lemon first up, followed by spiced pear, lemongrass, custard apple and a whisper of ginger. There’s lovely depth and harmony to the aromas which only blossom more with air and temperature unlocking mango skin and gentle passionfruit. The palate keeps all of this in check within a textural though taut and tensile feel. Lemon juice, lemongrass, ginger, pineapple husk, and mango skin sit above a subtle substratum of cedar oak. Great acid drive here, bringing waves of saliva-inducing, lemon zest acidity to a fresh and long finish. Excellent complexity, balance and value on display. Drink now–2025 Wangolina The Originals Syrah Syrah 2023 G 93 Restrained white pepper spice makes for an immediately inviting opening before an unfurling of blackberry, mulberry, subtle menthol, salted plum and savoury cedar oak. The palate is vibrant and bright with an upfront sluice of plum, blackberry and dark cherry with the menthol and pepper notes in support before a sheath of chalky tannins frames it up and pulls it long. A bright, balanced and expressive Syrah at an excellent price. Drink now–2027 Wangolina Carménère Carménère 2022 G 93 Deep-set notes of mulberry, plum and nutmeg in an aromatic profile of restraint and layered-ness, followed by dried herbs, a saline umami element, and ripe red rose. The palate has a similarly even and restrained feel. Dark cherry and plum sit above white pepper and nutmeg spice before being framed within ductile coffee ground tannins and black-fruited acidity to good length. Some dried herbs in the mouth perfume. This is a balanced and classy example, and for $30 at that. Drink now–2027 Wangolina Moscato Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains 2024 G 93 It’s so refreshing (pardon the pun) to see an Australian Moscato with care and consideration. The result is an expression of definition, character, and gentle structure. The nose is all orange blossom, lemon sherbet, Meyer lemon, cinnamon apple, and lemon zest. The palate is bright and moreish with lemon sherbet, lemonade, citrus florals, and orange pith with a fine line of chalkiness adding important shape and textural dimension through a fresh citrusy finish. Utterly delicious, and a steal at $22. Drink now–2025
South Australia 2024
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