Tonight we are tasting an Australian white wine. While not one of the major whites, Semillon is a fairly popular white wine produced in Australia. For the second straight week, our wine comes from the Barossa wine region.

The Barossa wine region has two subregions or (GI's – Geographical Indications).

1. Barossa Valley
2. Eden Valley

Barossa Valley produces big red wines and bold whites. It is a warmer weather area.

Eden Valley is located in a chain of hills called the Mount Lofty Ranges. The higher elevation makes Eden a distinctly cooler climate leading to wines with a tart and intense acidity. It is also where most white wine grapes are grown in Barossa.

Two things to learn from tonight's show. Higher acidity in wine helps the wine age well. However, high-acid wines may need to be aged longer to mellow out the acid.

Despite the two areas being closely located. They produce distinct wines.

Tonight, we are tasting:

1. 2025 Torbreck Woodcutter’s Semillon, Barossa Valley. The bottle says the wine is made from grapes from old vines. The winery was #24 on “The Real Review” best wineries of Australia. Aged in stainless steel (60%) as well as seasoned French barriques (40%) for three months. It typically shows complex notes of smoked almonds and honeysuckle as well as buttery textures from the natural malolactic fermentation. Grapes are hand-picked over several days. It is unfined and unfiltered. Fresh and bright citrus and green-apple notes, and a subtle waxy richness on the finish. Enjoy now or cellar for 10 to 15 years.

Other flavors mentioned. Brioche, French pastry, lime, grapefruit, lemon, aromatic perfume.

Pairs with seafood, light white fish dishes, or Mexican or Asian salads.

We loved the wine. I scored it a 4 and Denise a 5. I will definitely purchase more.