The cool climate of Tasmania is perfectly suited to the production of crisp, complex, aromatic white wines. This climate assists in lengthing the ripening period, while also preserving the delicate aromas that can often be lost in wines grown in hot climates.
We take advantage of such conditions by making seven different white wines. These are Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling (both in a dry style as well as an off-dry Mosel style we call VGR), Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio and Schönburger (a very rare German grape that we use to make both a dry table wine as well as a late picked dessert style). Our white wines feature minimal intervention in the winery; the grapes are generally whole-bunch pressed with skin contact creating balance and good structure. Chardonnay goes through partial malolactic fermentation and lees-stirring to create texture and elegance.
2015 Schönburger
* SOL D OUT - 2017 VINTAGE DUE FOR RELEASE JULY/AUGUST 2017 * This wine has a complex nose of fresh melon and pineapple, rose petal and honeysuckle. The palate is rich, luscious and persistent, with guava and fresh pineapple favours and a refreshing, clean finish. Whilst ideal with sushi, shellfish, Asian style cuisine or rich cheeses, this rare German variety has the ability to complement an unusually wide range of foods. We consider it our best release of Schönburger to date – regrettably stocks are very limited. … (More)
2015 Riesling
Made from vines over 40 years old, this wine has a rich nose, showing lime pith, lemon fruits and a touch of talc perfume. The palate reveals vibrant lemon juice, lime pith balanced against taut and lively Tasmanian acidity, resulting in a wine with excellent length and a crisp, refreshing finish. It is perfectly suited to fresh Tasmanian seafood and spicy Asian cuisine.… (More)
2014 Pinot Grigio
A lovely light copper colour in the glass, this wine offers the best of both worlds, showing the pear and apple flavours typical of Pinot Grigio as well as the floral, spice and herb notes characteristic of Alsatian Pinot Gris. Food matches would include spicy Indian and Thai foods, especially those with a touch of sweetness (for example salmon with nam phrik num dressing).… (More)
2016 Sauvignon Blanc
A Sauvignon Blanc in the traditional Bream Creek style with aromas of gooseberry, green pea and hints of passionfruit. It has a crisp palate of citrus fruits, guava and of herbs with excellent balance and length. It would be ideal as an aperitif or with fresh seafood dishes.… (More)
2015 Chardonnay
This elegant, cool climate Chardonnay is a bright straw gold colour in the glass. Flavours of citrus and apple, hazelnuts and a touch of fig are supported by creamy nuances from time on lees, fine acidity and well integrated French oak. Food matches would include herb roaster Marion Bay chicken or a rich, creamy pasta full of Tasmanian seafood.… (More)2015 Reserve Chardonnay
* APOLOGIES BUT WE'VE NOW SOLD OUT OF OUR 2015 RESERVE CHARDONNAY. IF YOU'RE NOT ALREADY ON OUR MAILING LIST, JOIN UP TO RECEIVE PRIORITY NOTIFICATION OF THE RELEASE OF OUR 2016 RESERVE CHARDONNAY * We last released a Reserve Chardonnay in 2005. Ten years later, we present our 2015 Reserve Chardonnay – a showcase cool climate Chardonnay from fruit grown in Block D at Bream Creek. With complex grapefruit, citrus, green apple and spicy French oak flavours and crisp, bright acidity, it has excellent length and intensity, promising rewards for those who wish to cellar this wine, yet can also be enjoyed now. A powerful wine such as this requires a powerful food match, such as grilled Tasmanian crayfish with a garlic butter or Thermidor sauce. Only 379 bottles produced! … (More)
2016 Late Picked Schönburger
This dessert wine – made from the extremely rare German Schönburger grape – shows delicate aromas of apricot marmalade, poached yellow peaches and crystallised ginger. The palate is smooth and elegant, rich yellow stone fruits flavour matched with a clean and refreshing finish. … (More)