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Hamelin Bay Rampant White 2011

Country
Australia
Region
Western Australia,
Margaret River
Producer
Hamelin Bay Wines
Grape(s)
Sauvignon Blanc (50%)
Semillon (50%)
Type
White
Style
Fruity
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry / Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content (%)
13
Closure Style
Screw Cap
Organic / Biodynamic
Normal

Region

Margaret River is Western Australia`s premier and fashionable vineyard region. Situated along the coast three hours south of Perth, this picturesque region is exposed to the effects of the Indian Ocean currents. Margaret River is reknowned for producing Australia`s premier cool climate wines. Ultra chic and trendy, most producers are high quality,small and boutique with an emphasis on Sauvignon Blanc, Semilion and Chardonnay for whites and the classic Bordeaux red varietals of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This region has received much critical acclaim from journalists and afficienados of the wine industry. A region already established as one of Australia`s finest, but still young in global terms, there is still much potential to be unleashed.

Producer

The Hamelin Bay winery is located at Karridale in the southern point of the region within a few miles of the ocean. The 63 acre `Five Ashes Vineyard` is located on well drained gravel soils and faces north across the valley to gain the suns` warmth in this cool region. The wines themselves are an expression of the natural beauty and uniqueness of the area, the fruit ripens with an intensity of flavour and richness of character. Owned by the Drake-Brockman family, who have a long association with the area, they have in recent years, achieved great recognition and awards for their range of outstanding wines.

Tasting (Long)

The wine has a youthful straw green colour, aromas of grassy citrus fruits that competee with floral pear and melon with emerging hints of kiwi and passion fruit. The palate is very appealing with white fruits, plush weight and excellent harmonious finish.

Tasting (Short)

Straw green in colour, with aromas of grassy citrus fruit, pear and melon are followed by hints of kiwi and passion fruit on the palate.

Food

Enjoy on its own or with full flavoured dishes, spicy Oriental dishes, a fresh garden salad or pizza.

Awards

Royal Adelaide Show-Bronze, Perth Royal Wine Show-Silver

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