2013 Museum 'Alluvius' Semillon

Vibrant aromas of lemongrass and lime dominate this Hunter Semillon on the nose. The palate is crisp & intense yet elegant, displaying mineral texture delivering wonderful line and length. A classic wine of great drive, coupled with extraordinary finesse and definition. 

Aged Character
2013 was a classic Hunter Semillon season. It was warm enough to ripen the fruit without pushing the sugar, and that balance is what has let this wine age the way it has. Real cellar age has softened the edges and brought in the toasty, honeyed side Hunter Semillon is known for, with lemon curd, beeswax and a little buttered toast. The backbone that kept it so tight in its youth still runs right through it. It's a good example of why Jancis Robinson calls aged Hunter Semillon "Australia's unique gift to the wine world." It's drinking beautifully now and has the structure to keep going for a good while yet.

Scene
"Saturday on the coast, a dozen oysters on the bench and the good glasses out because someone remembered to pack them. A bottle like this turns a quiet afternoon into an occasion without anyone having to dress up for it. Put it in the middle of the table and let everyone have a go."

Fancy · Medium │ Serious wine · Gets around │ Summer, Autumn