Semillon 2022

Awards 🏆

Ray Jordan – 93 Points

This gets six months in older barriques. Fermented in tank and then matured in oak. Has a distinctive and lovely lemon zest aroma with traces of subtle lemon pith and an almost guava-like character. A trace of fresh cut grass brings another dimension to the wine with its honeysuckle nuances most appealing. I like the weight and palate feel of this wine which is perfect current drinking but has some cellaring potential. Lower alcohol at 11.8% makes it ideal for current drinking.

Tasting Notes 🍇

• Colour: Pale straw with green hues.
• Aromatics: Vibrant green apple, honeysuckle, and melon rind, evolving into citrus zest, papaya, and a touch of fresh ginger.
• Palate: Light to medium-bodied, with crisp acidity and a touch of saline minerality. Flavours of lime, white peach, and grapefruit are lifted by fennel, a whisper of oak spice, and a lingering citrus-driven finish.

Winemaker’s Note

“This Semillon is a fresh yet complex expression of the variety, offering bright fruit, lively acidity, and a beautifully textured mouthfeel.”

Viticulture & Winemaking

🔹 Region: Western Australia

🔹 Varietal: 100% Semillon

🔹 Harvest: Hand-picked in the early morning of 21st February 2022 to retain freshness.

🔹 Fermentation: Crushed & clarified via flotation for purity, Fermented in seasoned French oak barriques to dryness.

🔹 Aging: Matured in oak for 6 months before racking, filtration, and bottling in August 2022.

🔹 Alcohol: 12.5% | pH: 3.20 | T/A: 6.8g/L

Sustainability & Natural Practices 🌱

🔹 Certified Sustainable – Estate-grown fruit reflecting a pure, coastal terroir.

🔹 Minimal Intervention – Focus on fruit expression & natural balance.

Storage & Serving Tips ❄️

🔹 Serving Temperature: 8°C – enhances freshness & aromatic intensity.

🔹 Decanting: Not required, but aeration can enhance texture.

🔹 Cellaring Potential: Enjoy now or cellar for up to 5 years for added complexity.

Food Pairing Suggestions 🍽️

🔹 Soft-Shell Crab Dumplings – Highlights the wine’s saline, citrus notes.

🔹 Fish Cakes with Lemongrass & Coriander – Complements the zesty, herbaceous elements.

🔹 Grilled Kingfish with Ginger & Lime – Enhances the wine’s bright acidity.

🔹 Goat Cheese & Herb Crostini – Balances the crisp fruit with creamy texture.

FAQ Wine Terms 🧐

❓ Why is Semillon underrated?
Often overshadowed by Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon is an age-worthy variety with incredible complexity and versatility.

❓ How does oak fermentation affect this wine?
It adds a subtle roundness and texture without overpowering the wine’s fresh, citrus-driven character.

❓ What makes this Semillon special?
Its balance of crisp vibrancy and depth, combined with a unique saline edge from its maritime terroir.

A fresh, zesty Semillon with layered complexity—perfect for sipping, seafood, and shared moments.

Learn About Montague Estate

The Vineyard was originally planted back in 1988, Montague Estate is situated amid the beautiful landscape of Wilyabrup Valley, one of the beating hearts of the Margaret River wine region. Montague represents a new chapter in the life of the vineyard, built upon the legacy laid down by Arlwood Estate and Heydon Estate that have held past custodianship of the vines.  Nestled amongst the iconic, pioneering vineyards of Vasse Felix, Moss Wood and Cullen, Montague Estate is a stunning, undulating, forty-five hectare property, with vines whose roots stretch out across caps of laterite rock, ironstone gravel, clay and sand. With an ideal mesoclimate, a unique terroir, and decades of care, this vineyard has produced, and will continue to produce, wines of superb purity, grace and elegance.

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