RedHeads, Le Bâtard White, Barossa Valley, 2016
91
Tasted by:
(at Laithwaites, Stoney Street Store, 15 Oct 2017)
Drinking Window: 2017 - 2019
An interesting blend of Viognier, Marsanne and Riesling. White pepper, capsicum and a pleasant green character on the nose lead into flavours of honeysuckle, nettle and peach, with enough acidity for structure - presumably from the Riesling. White pepper lingers on the finish.
Producer
RedHeads
Brand
Le Bâtard White
Vintage
2016
Wine Type
Still
Colour
White
Country
Australia
Region
South Australia
Appellation
Barossa Valley
Sweetness
Dry
Body
Medium
Grapes
43% Marsanne
11% Riesling
46% Viognier