This is really tidy summertime drinking. It's a white wine with flow, shape, presence, texture and super high drinkability. I'd be happy to pour the Tim Smith Bugalugs Blanc for friends when they swing by, simply because there is plenty of interest and detail to engage with, not to mention it is very tasty.
A blend of Grenache Gris, Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, this 2024 release sees Clairette dropped from the starting line up. Fresh apricots and apricot kernel skip out early - the influence of the Roussanne is clear. Pretty scents of little white flowers and dribble of honey, lemon juice, cut pear plus there is a little oyster shell thing going on. A faint lick of saltiness taps away with almond meal adding some nuttiness. Ginger spices curl around the mouth on close and ride out a long and persistent finish. It's a wine that glides about with ease offering sheets of pleasure. Great stuff.
Drink now.
93/100
Region: Barossa
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