John Duval Wines Plexus Marsanne Roussanne Viognier 2020

A bit of a different take on the White Plexus Blend in 2020 with Marsanne dialled up at the expense of Roussanne. I reckon it is a brilliant move and gives this wine delicious fruit impact and acid line. Wine judges around the country will appreciate its classic mix of line and length.

Pale in colour, there is a delicious array of bright, primary fruits; lemon pith, hay, nut kernel and just a touch of apricot announcing viognier’s small part to play. If you are not a Viognier fan there is nothing to fear here with the impact more textural than what can be a pungent aromatic kick. Tangy acidity is the key element on the palate which sits below concentrated citrus and acacia flavours before a lingering, silky finish. A pithy texture and dusting of Middle Eastern spices top off what is a delicious Australian example of the classic Rhone blend.