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 | 2008 Mollydooker Winery Verdelho Barossa Valley The Violinist
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| 75 | | | 90 | JaneGarvey | Atlanta | Georgia | USA | All manner of exotic aromas exude from this full-bodied white wine, known chiefly for its role in Madeira. But in Australia it’s found a second home. A slight earthiness, lime and honeysuckle mark the aromas, and on the palate intense, rich exotic fruits such as pineapple and star fruit fill the mouth. Thirty percent of the wine is barrel fermented in new French (10%) and American oak (20%). Left on lees, it’s stirred daily for 30 days then blended back to the balance of the wine that’s been fermented at cole temperatures in stainless steel. Alcohol is a bit high (15.5%) and shows slightly, but the rich, luscious texture helps to offset the alcoholic heat. As this wine ages it acquires an intense honeysuckle character. Bottled in screwcap, it’s a good keeper for folks who don’t want to finish a bottle at a single sitting. Serve it slightly chilled, about 55-60ºF/13-15ºC, so as not to dim its flavors. Pair this wine with exotically flavored foods, Chinese, curries, Thai poultry and noodle dishes, Indonesian fare with chicken or pork, Indian vegetarian fare that’s not wicked hot. By the way, a Molly Dooker in Australia is what we would call a South Paw (a left hander).
Georgia Distributor:
Quality Wine & Spirits | 11/01/2008 |
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