Tripe Iscariot Wilyabrup Chenin Blanc 2023

Awards and Accolades

Trophy: White Varietal Trophy – 2025 National Wine Show of Australia

• Selected as the leading wine from the show’s white varietal class.
• The National Wine Show brings together wines that have already qualified through recognised Australian wine shows, making this an especially significant achievement for a small Margaret River producer.

96 Points and Top Gold – 2025 National Wine Show of Australia

The wine received 96 points and the leading gold medal in its class before progressing to the trophy judging.

95 Points – Jane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion

It’s racy and juicy, with more upfront acidity and drive than its Karridale sibling, which is a much more textural wine. Super spicy with fresh and preserved lemons, lime zest, lemon sorbet acidity and neat phenolics adding shape as much as a smidgen of texture. Mouth-watering and vibrant; just another cracking chenin blanc from a producer who understands it implicitly. Bravo.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Bright and youthful, with a pale straw colour and subtle green-gold hues.
• Aromatics: Fresh lemon, preserved lemon and lime zest are accompanied by fragrant spice.
• Additional fruit: Subtle white pear, quince and citrus provide further depth as the wine opens.
• Palate: Racy and juicy, with concentrated citrus carried by a strong line of refreshing acidity.
• Spice: Fresh ginger, warm spice and gentle anise-like characters add complexity.
• Texture: Fine phenolics create a subtle grip and lightly textured mouthfeel.
• Acidity: Bright and mouth-watering, with a lemon sorbet character that gives the wine energy and drive.
• Style: Dry, vibrant and citrus-led, with considerably more complexity than a simple young white wine.
• Finish: Clean, spicy and persistent, with lemon, lime and fine phenolic grip lingering after each sip.

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2023
• Variety: 100% Chenin Blanc
• Region: Margaret River, Western Australia
• Subregion: Wilyabrup
• Style: Dry still white wine
• Body: Light to medium-bodied
• Winemaker: Remi Guise
• Winemaking: Partial skin contact and wild fermentation
• Oak: Subtle oak influence used to build texture and complexity
• Alcohol: 12.8%
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Closure: Screwcap
• Serving temperature: Approximately 8 to 10°C
• Decanting: Not necessary; allow 10 to 15 minutes in the glass
• Cellaring: Enjoy now or cellar carefully into the late 2020s

Food Pairing

• Fresh oysters: The wine’s citrus and mouth-watering acidity complement the oysters’ salty freshness.
• Grilled prawns: Lemon, lime and spice work beautifully with prawns cooked with garlic or fresh herbs.
• Fish tacos: A natural partner for lime, coriander, chilli and lightly battered fish.
• Thai salad: Its acidity and citrus suit green mango, herbs, chilli and fish sauce.
• Vietnamese chicken salad: Fresh herbs, lime and gentle heat reflect the wine’s vibrant personality.
• Grilled snapper: The acidity keeps the pairing fresh, while its subtle texture gives it enough weight for the fish.
• Salt and pepper squid: Citrus freshness cuts through the fried coating and complements the seasoning.
• Roast chicken: Particularly good when the chicken is served with lemon, thyme or a creamy sauce.
• Goat cheese salad: Tangy cheese and bright acidity create a refreshing combination.
• Pork belly: The wine’s acidity helps balance the richness, while preserved lemon and spice add contrast.
• Mild curry: Chenin Blanc’s fruit, spice and freshness work well with aromatic rather than extremely hot curries.
• Creamy cheese: Try Brie, Camembert or a soft washed-rind cheese.

Wilyabrup Chenin Blanc

Wilyabrup sits in the northern half of Margaret River and is best known for producing many of the region’s leading Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay wines. However, this bottle demonstrates that Wilyabrup can also produce distinctive and highly expressive Chenin Blanc. The subregion’s gravelly soils and reliable ripening conditions allow the grapes to develop generous flavour, while careful picking preserves the bright acidity that gives this wine its energy. The finished wine combines ripe citrus and spice with a precise, mouth-watering structure. It has enough fruit and texture to feel substantial, but its defining characteristic is freshness rather than weight.