Bimbadgen Estate Botrytis Semillon 2006 375ml

The Myall Road vineyard comprises 100 acres of high yielding grapes, planted using the most up to date laser levelling techniques and trellising design ensuring high quality Semillon. The grapes were picked on three different occasions 17th June, 5th July and the 14th July. After crushing and overnight skin contact, the unclarified Semillon juice endured a slow fermentation with a number of selected yeast strains. In addition, a number of different fermentation temperatures and oak treatments were also employed. 14% was transferred to new French oak for fermentation, prior to transfer back to the main blend and then a further 14% was aged in the same barrels post ferment. Alcohol 10.7% T/A 8.40g/L Sugar 176g/L

Bimbadgen previously claimed International Trophy for Best Dessert Wine Under £10 at the Decanter World Wine Awards in London with this graceful little number. Growing conditions at the Myall Road Vineyard in Yenda confounded the Bimbadgen winemakers for the entire 2006 vintage. An extremely dry year, it was as if a guardian angel arrived at the most opportune moment to affect the Semillon with Botrytis cinerea, in what was to be the latest ever late-picked wine that Bimbadgen has ever made. Exceptional French oak treatment and extended resting on lees, in an early drinking Hunter Valley Botrytis Semillon

Luminous pale gold with an intense green olive hue. Aromatic and clean, with fresh hay and citrus fruit, as well as hints of earth, oak, toast and marmalade. The palate is elegant, fresh and ethereal; it belies its high sugar contact with fresh fruit flavours and incisive acid structure. The wine is complex, savoury and earthy with subtle charry, nutty oak balanced by fresh citrus fruit, citrus peel and straw, with a touch of nettle on the finish. The acid backbone is fine and lingering, creating an impression of lightness, not expected in this wine style. The wine should be enjoyed now, however it has wonderful ageing potential over 5-6 years.

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Bimbadgen previously claimed International Trophy for Best Dessert Wine Under £10 at the Decanter World Wine Awards in London with this graceful little number. Growing conditions at the Myall Road Vineyard in Yenda confounded the Bimbadgen winemakers for the entire 2006 vintage. An extremely dry year, it was as if a guardian angel arrived at the most opportune moment to affect the Semillon with Botrytis cinerea, in what was to be the latest ever late-picked wine that Bimbadgen has ever made. Exceptional French oak treatment and extended resting on lees, in an early drinking Hunter Valley Botrytis Semillon

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A state-of-the-art winery. An imposing bell tower. Spacious tasting rooms. Magnificent cellars. Bimbadgen Estate. Dedicated to the art of wine. Bimbadgen Estate Winery is situated two hour's drive north-west of Sydney in the picturesque Hunter Valley, Australia's oldest premium wine producing region.

The winery itself is a reflection of the commitment to quality Hunter Valley wines renowned around the world. No expense has been spared in acquiring state-of-the-art wine-making technology combined with the finest grapes and the best French and American barrels that produce very special regional wines.

Built in a distinctive Australian/ Mediterranean style, Bimbadgen, which means 'lovely views', is truly a world class endeavour.

Unique Soil Structures. Strong established vines. Grapes of magnificent intensity and flavour. Hallmarks of the best Hunter Valley vineyards.

The Hunter Valley region has long been regarded as a premium wine-producing area; renowned in particular for its classic bottle-aged Semillon, full-flavoured Chardonnay and intense Shiraz styles.

The Hunter Valley's soils are naturally suited to the growing of high quality grapes; grapes which are characteristically full of flavour, depth and intensity.

Bimbadgen Estate vineyards have been producing such grapes for over thirty years.

Currently, the Estate's mature vines naturally yield approximately one to two tonnes of premium grapes per acre. Ideal for production of the finest wines.

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The collaboration of the soils with the sun, wind, rain and our thirty-year-old vines enable Bimbadgen to craft some of the Hunter's most complex award winning wines.

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