Alkimi Marsannne 2021

 

Marsannne and all its nuttiness, honeyed tones and yellow stonefruit is a beautiful thing. This is a very good example from Yarra Valley producer Alkimi.

In Two Minds Two Pairs Reserve MRV 2022

 

I met Kate Day, one of the two Kates behind the In Two Minds label, on my recent trip to Mudgee. Although Mudgee based, she makes her wines interstate with her sister-in-law Katherine Day, drawing parcels of fruit from a range of regions. An excitable and passionate winemaker, she says this wine pays homage to Don Lewis who was a great mentor in her early years.

Alkimi Wild Dreams Syrah Marsanne 2022

 

Great colour! A Syrah Marsanne blend, the vibrance of the hue is eye-catching. It's a smart wine capturing two not so common bedfellows.

Alkimi Mistral Series Marsanne 2020

 

Marsanne continues to be a strong performer for Stu Dudine and he says that this 2020 release is his best. If you like your whites with a little bit of shape, stretch your interest levels a little further and give this a crack.

Guigal Cote Du Rhone Blanc 2019

 

This Guigal arrived as part of a sample pack from Yalumba in readiness for International Viognier Day on 30 April. If you were to describe this wine using an emoji, it would be 'meh'.

d'Arenberg The Hermit Crab Viognier Marsanne 2021

 

This Viognier Marsanne blend from d'Arenberg continues to soar. A most impressive wine for the asking price, $19 is too cheap. Chardonnay lovers would be most satisfied here for something different.

Langmeil Three Gardens Viognier Marsanne Roussanne 2020

 

Love a considered and layered blend? Go here. 94 points for a lobster (Australian slang for a $20 note). Woah!

Tellurian TWB 2020

 

A terrifically long and textural blend here from Heathocote's Tellurian Wines. Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Gris come together and what a fabulous debut it is! More like this, please. 

Witches Falls Wild Ferment Marsanne 2020

 

A new Marsanne from Queensland producer Witches Falls. 

Glen Garvald by Levantine Hill Shiraz Marsanne 2019

 

Such an intriguing wine. There's a polish about this yet it has a rustic appeal all at the same time.  A great drink.

d'Arenberg The Hermit Crab Viognier Marsanne 2020

 

One of the consistent d'Arenberg releases each year that doesn't blow a hole in the wallet.

Glen Garvald by Levantine Hill Marsanne Roussanne 2019

 

Clever. Levantine Hill doesn't miss the mark if at all and it's hard to see that changing any time soon with Paul Bridgeman at the wheel. This is a fabulous blend.

Alkimi The Rhone Series Marsanne 2019

 

Splash something different in your glass. Here's a wonderful expression of Marsanne.

Alkimi Whole Bunch Marsanne 2020

Skinsy Marsanne. Whole bunch goodness from Alkimi. Last year's release sold out in quick time and I can't see this 2020 version being any different.

La Petite Mort Marsanne 2017

 

Marsanne has always been a well crafted by winemaker Glen Robert. This release is no different.

Langmeil Three Gardens Viognier Marsanne Roussanne 2018

For those who like a little bit more body in their whites, give this a go. Better still, I did a double take when I saw the price. A super buy for 20 bucks!

Alkimi Whole Bunched Marsanne 2019

A textural dream boat. Mind you, skin contact wines don't float everyone's boat, but if yours is sailing strongly with the wind, get hold of this beauty. A fabulous take on Marsanne.

d'Arenberg The Old Bloke and Three Young Blondes 2015

Another controversial name for a wine with some tongue in cheek humour as only Chester Osborn knows how. A fully charged McLaren Vale Shiraz (94%) has been brightened up by the presence of Viognier, Roussanne and Marsanne (3/2/1%).

Alkimi The Good Earth Marsanne 2018

Voluptuous whites such as Marsanne make for great autumn night drinking.

Bird on a Wire Marsanne 2014

Beautifully balanced, sexy curves the highlight of this elegant Marsanne.