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Nepenthe, described by Homer in The Odyssey as an Egyptian
herbal drink so powerful that it eases grief and banishes
sorrow from the mind.
Nepenthe has quickly established itself as one of the
most exciting new wineries in Australia. Situated in the
cool heights of the Adelaide Hills, where they’ve
been producing uncompromising wines of outstanding quality,
impressing both critics and consumers with their varietal
faithfulness and subtle Adelaide Hills nuances.
Winery Rating – 4
1/2 Stars
James Halliday 2003 |
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Classic citrus and floral aromas, and an elusive
tropical note.
It is quite powerful early on the palate,
with mouth-filling flavour, supported by fine,
tight (mouth-watering!) acidity. Even, crisp,
and with length of varietal fruit, cellaring
potential of 8–10 years.
James
Halliday 94 points.
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Intense aromas of tropical fruits, florals
and 'things herbal'.
A small quantity of fruit was fermented in
oak and the resultant wine is dry, and fine
in structure, but generously flavoured. Long,
fresh and crisp.
James Halliday 86 points 2001 vintage.
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The predominant characters are citrus (especially
grapefruit) and nectarine, it is suggested
that the wine is enjoyed in its youth, while
fresh, lively and fruit-driven. Savour the
fresh, dry yet full flavours of real Chardonnay.
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Fragrant, tropical aromas supported by notes
reminiscent of grapefruit and nuts. The palate
is fuller than the nose suggests, with early
richness and texture. The ripeness of the
fruit means that it is fragrant and mouth-filling,
with a dry, tight structure. Cellar for 5
years.
James
Halliday 94 points (2000).
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Crimson colour with intense fragrant fruit
reminiscent of cherries and many spices, and
a hint of herbal complexity with firm dry
tannins. Will develop greater richness over
time. James Halliday 94 points 2000 vintage,
1999 vintage awarded Gold at the London International
Wine Challenge.
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