Bress Silver Chook Yarra Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Bress’ first foray into Yarra sauvignon is no trite attempt, wild fermented in 100% new French oak and bottled fairly quickly. Such is the power and fragrant intensity of the fruit that the oak miraculously dissolves into the background, building soft texture and enticing spice. It’s zesty, citrusy, fleshy and softly textured, with vibrant fragrance and excellent length. Perhaps some time on lees post-fermentation might have built deeper texture and complexity, but for $25 you can’t have everything, and there’s certainly a lot of merit to this first release.
By Tyson Stelzer
14 Jul 2013
Tyson Stelzer is a multi-award winning wine writer, television host and producer and international speaker. He was named The International Wine & Spirit Communicator of the Year, The Australian Wine Communicator of the Year and The International Champagne Writer of the Year. He is the author and publisher of seventeen wine books, contributor to many wine magazines, a frequent judge and chair at Australian wine shows and a presenter at wine events in 12 countries. TysonStelzer.com is your link to wine recommendations, book sales, tours and events.
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