2021 Dolcetto
Tarrant’s fascination for all things Italian has earned him a Young Gun of Wine nomination as one of the Adelaide Hills’ top winemakers in 2020. The core message in the bottle is an invitation to try different things, which deserves to be answered enthusiastically. In a crowded wine scene, this wine stands out by the fact that the fruit is grown in the Adelaide Hills, which are much cooler than Dolcetto’s Italian home. As its Italian counterpart, this Dolcetto is best enjoyed now with classic...Read More...
Tarrant’s fascination for all things Italian has earned him a Young Gun of Wine nomination as one of the Adelaide Hills’ top winemakers in 2020. The core message in the bottle is an invitation to try different things, which deserves to be answered enthusiastically. In a crowded wine scene, this wine stands out by the fact that the fruit is grown in the Adelaide Hills, which are much cooler than Dolcetto’s Italian home. As its Italian counterpart, this Dolcetto is best enjoyed now with classic tomato-based dishes or favourite mouth-watering antipasto items, like anchovies, olives, and salami.
The fruit was picked from the Yacca Paddock in Kuitpo, where the cool nights and warm days contribute to perfect ripening conditions. The whole berries were fermented in small open top fermenters, with gentle cap management. It was pressed off skins shortly after to manage the firm tannin profile.
The Spider Bill Dolcetto is playful and plump, with ripe, luscious fruit that feels like silk on the palate – sweet cherry, black plum, raspberry jam, and cherry ripe chocolate mixed with fresh herb characters. The soft, moreish tannins are balanced by a lip-smacking acidity. - Vinify, Distributor