Fiano 2008 available, released September 2008

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 07, 2009

Coriole's 2008 vintage of Fiano is the fourth release. 2008 was a difficult vintage in McLaren Vale. A vintage in two halves, there was the fruit harvested before the heat, and there was the fruit that came later. Thankfully, all the fruit for this wine - and all our other '08 whites - was picked before the heat wave.

The wine is sprightly and bright, with the up-front, natural acidity typical of the variety; aromas of grapefruit, lemon and green apple are augmented by touches of frangipani and fresh herbs. The palate is refreshing but complex, with clean fruit flavours underscored by nutty flavours of almond meal and nougat.

We were lucky enough to have our '08 Fiano included in an alternative variety tasting that Max Allen recently hosted in London. It was shown along side many other new and interesting varietals that have recently come onto the scene. Many top UK journos were in attendance and we've been reliably informed that Jancis Robinson is a fan. Watch this space for her review!

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