Ralph Kyte-Powell 5 stars!
Ralph Kyte-Powell 5 stars!"Jeffrey Grosset's best-known white wines are his outstanding rieslings. Less known are his outstanding Adelaide Hills chardonnays. The '06 has complex aromas of nectarines, wholemeal toast, butter and nuts. Seamless and smooth in the mouth, it is long-flavoured and fine with satisfying richness and firm structure."
Ralf Kyte-Powell, The Age Epicure March 2008.
"The 2006 Grosset Piccadilly Chardonnay has a characteristic tightness of structure, restraining the flavours in a tight coil that time will only slowly release. The cedary oak is subtle considering the wines youth - with a mere whisp of cedar setting off its cool tropical flavours. It has a delicate white peach, nectarine and grapefruit flavours and some slatey, minerally notes and crisp, cleansing acidity on an ultra-dry finish. There is a richness and concentration of flavour, weight and power too. The wine promises complexity once the vibrance of youth is replaced by a creamy texture and satisfying mouthfeel. As with previous Piccadilly Chardonnays, the 2006 needs a couple of years to show its best but holds that peak for some considerable time. If however, this description already appeals to you, Jeff suggests you don't wait!"
Tasting Notes, Grosset.
Country:
Australia
Region:
SA- Adelaide Hills
Variety:
Wine White - Chardonnay
Size:
750mL
