Posted Dec 1st 2011, 12:33
1 December 2011
Best Whites
Ray Jordan's top 100 for summer drinking
2011 Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
These guys are nailing this style and creating something that is more than simply a sum of the parts. Gets a little barrel fermentation and it's just the right touch. Still predominantly fruit-driven but the added complexity from the barrel kicks this along. Bloody fine wine.
2010 Chardonnay
Watershed wine for Fraser Gallop. The steady and now accelerated improvement in Fraser Gallop chardies is evident with this stunner. White peach and lemon zest with a little French pastry on the nose. The palate is so beautifully precise and balanced. Layers of fruit presented with a rich texture. Crisp acid and a squeeze of grapefruit complete the finish when you get there.