Three Dark Horses Vermentino 2025

McLaren Vale Vermentino continues to prove itself a most welcome addition to the Australian wine firmament. This example is from the McLaren Flat sub-region and spent six months in older French oak for maturation, to enhance the texture and complexity. A deep straw/bronze hue, the nose reveals an array of flavours, including apricot kernels, melons, nuts, pears, citrus and a flick of rock melon. Things lift even further on the palate with flavour in abundance and the most alluring texture. The wine is of medium length, but it does offer a lingering finish. It will provide pleasure over the next two to three years.