Briar Ridge Dairy Hill Semillon 2022

 

Go back to 2013 and this Dairy Hill Semillon was winning every trophy under the sun and deservedly so. With a proven ability to age, it's a wine worth adding to your black book. 

Briar Ridge Stockhausen Signature Semillon 2022

 

I really love this label. What a fine tribute to the late Karl Stockhausen who did so much for the Hunter Valley. This Semillon exudes some cool summer vibes.

Usher Tinkler 9th Fable Semillon 2022

 

As per the label, "Semillon, the Lone Wolf, a somewhat misunderstood creature, is spirited and luminous at heart." These 9th Fable wines are part of Usher Tinkler's export wines heading to Colorado, USA. Quality seeps through its pores.

Parched Crow Semillon 2017

 

Good gear this. A six year old Semillon from a relative newbie on the Hunter scene - The Parched Crow. It shows a gradual development with a few years left under its wings.

Hart and Hunter The Remparts Semillon 2021

 

Charge at your seafood platter with this. It's go time for a fresh and zesty Semillon. 

Gundog Estate Indomitus Albus 2022

 

Something a little different - Hunter Semillon meets Canberra Riesling. Bang! The first whiff slices through you. A smart wine this.

Huntington Estate Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2021

 

Zippy and crispy, good gear this from Huntington Estate. 

Levantine Hill Mélange Traditionnel Blanc 2017

 

As the back label says, this is an 'Old world inspired traditional white blend'.

Yarra Yering Dry White No.1 2021

 

So fresh, this Semillon and Chardonnay blend is cleansing with a little crunch on close. Nicely done.

Gundog Estate The Chase Semillon 2022

 

Sizzling. Such a refreshing Semillon. There's a dab of texture to up the enjoyment factor too. You get the sense you are biting into a green apple. Yum!

Gundog Estate Off-Dry Semillon 2022

 

The last Off-Dry Semillon from Gundog Estate that came across the tasting bench was made with fruit from the Canberra district. This 2022 release heads back to its Hunter Valley roots.

Gundog Estate Wild Semillon 2022

 

Off-dry Semillon ready to be thrown at curry night or anything with a lick of spice for that matter.

Gundog Estate Hunter's Semillon 2022

 

Arm yourself with this easy-drinking Hunter Semillon from Gundog Estate.

Usher Tinkler Death By Semillon 2022

 

A cool label, a killer name plus some crafty winemaking and Usher Tinkler can't keep enough stock on the shelves. The demand for this Semillon is quite something. 

De Iuliis Aged Release Semillon 2017

 

Aged Semillon is a beautiful thing. It was great to see the 2016 and 2017 aged releases from De Iuliis side by side. I preferred this 2017 to the 2016.

Usher Tinkler White 2022

 

Clean and fresh, this is an easy-going white that slots right into the "crowd pleaser" category.

Juniper Estate Three Fields Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2019

 

There is some serious complexity about this Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon blend from Margaret River. Another great release in Juniper Estate's Three Fields range.

Huntington Estate Special Reserve Semillon 2021

 

There is nothing like a vibrant and fresh Semillon to brighten your afternoon mood. Sip this in the sun or with a bucket of prawns. For me, I'd do both.

De Iuliis Aged Release Semillon 2016

 

Although the shelves in retail land are packed with current vintage wines, isn't it a beautiful thing that some wineries hold back stock for an aged release? Only 150 dozen were tucked away of this Semillon and what a treat it is for those who enjoy Semillon with some time on its side.

Huntington Estate Semillon 2021

 

Screaming for calamari, pour me a large glass thanks.