Franco’s Whites Dozen
Three bottles of each of the Wickhams Road Chardonnay and Riesling, and Hoddles Creek Pinot Gris and Chardonnay, at 15% off saving £38.70
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Hoddles Creek, Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, 2023
A very small crop this vintage; given a low proportion of new oak. Delivers the classic fresh citrus and cream style we know and love. Hints of melon and white peach. Poise and perfect acid balance. Now-2029
ColourWhite
RegionYarra Valley
GrowerHoddles Creek
Grape VarietyChardonnay
Vintage2021
ABV13.2%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
DietaryVegan
CodeHOD123
Chardonnay
Chardonnay is one of the most-widely planted varieties in the world.
Arguably not the most characterful grape, hence its common ageing in oak, yet at its pinnacle in Burgundy it produces some of the greatest (and certainly most expensive) white wines in the world. Look out for unoaked Chardonnay, it can make a pleasant change, and usually goes down very well with all those people who...
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Hoddles Creek, Pinot Gris, Yarra Valley, 2023
A fascinating wine, with great flavour, energy and tension, with a bit of tannin – as it’s basically vinified more like a red than a white.
Franco explains that 90% of the blend is “foot stomped to release the juice so it can be in contact with the skins…..Near the completion of ferment, we press straight into old white barriques to finish fermentation”; and 5% of the blend isn’t crushed but left on the skins for a week. As he says “we make it this way to try to get a...
ColourWhite
RegionGippsland
GrowerHoddles Creek
Grape VarietyPinot Gris
Vintage2023
ABV13.2%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
DietaryVegan
CodeHOD423
Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris
Origins
- France - a mutation of Pinot Noir
Characteristics
- Light (Italy) to medium intensity (warmer climate)
- Low acidity, slightly neutral in flavour
- Light to full bodied, with low to medium alcohol levels (11-13 degrees)
- Some spiciness in good...
Wickhams Road, Riesling, Yea Valley, 2023
Fermented in a mix of stainless steel, and Austrian foudres. Lemon and grapefruit aromas. Bone dry, refreshing and altogether delicious. Now-2027
“From Yea Valley. Stellar drinking, easy appeal, riesling DNA strong and lots of character and detail on offer. For the acid hounds amongst us, the acidity is super bright. For those seeking textural oomph and grip, that’s there too. For those after perfume, juiciness, a cavalcade of mixed citrus fruit, juice and pith, well, guess...
ColourWhite
RegionGippsland
GrowerHoddles Creek
Grape VarietyRiesling
Vintage2023
ABV11.5%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
DietaryVegan
CodeWIC323
Riesling
Riesling
Jancis Robinson, MW: "the world’s greatest white grape" ?
Origins
Unquestionably German: documented in the 15th C
Characteristics
- Very hardy; can resist -20°C
- High acidity, even when sugar levels are high…but low in alcohol
- Reflects its...
Wickhams Road, Chardonnay, Yea Valley, 2023
Like the Yarra, the Yea Valley in Victoria is high and cool. Franco says this is “made in exactly the same manner asthe Estate range”, fermented in older barrels and with “a purity of fruit and a beautiful line of acid”. Melonscented. Linear Chardonnay with a racy edge. Now-2028
“A light, bright, green gold. With its aromas of stone fruits, a touch of grilled nuts and a hint of matchstick, you have to wonder how winemaker Franco D’Anna can make a wine this complex at the...
ColourWhite
RegionGippsland
GrowerHoddles Creek
Grape VarietyChardonnay
Vintage2023
ABV12.5%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
DietaryVegan
CodeWIC123
Chardonnay
Chardonnay is one of the most-widely planted varieties in the world.
Arguably not the most characterful grape, hence its common ageing in oak, yet at its pinnacle in Burgundy it produces some of the greatest (and certainly most expensive) white wines in the world. Look out for unoaked Chardonnay, it can make a pleasant change, and usually goes down very well with all those people who...
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James Halliday
James Halliday is a renowned Australian wine writer, critic, and winemaker, widely recognised as one of the most influential figures in the Australian wine industry. He has a long and distinguished career that spans several decades, during which he has authored or co-authored over 40 books on wine. His work includes major contributions to prestigious wine publications like the Larousse...
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Franco’s Whites Dozen
Three bottles of each of the Wickhams Road Chardonnay and Riesling, and Hoddles Creek Pinot Gris and Chardonnay, at 15% off saving £38.70
Great choice of good-value wines in the January sales. The website is really easy to use to make up an order. Delivery, as is often the case, was within 24 hours and, as usual, was well-packed.Read More
I've bought a couple of cases recently, and many more in years gone by, and have really enjoyed their selection. They have a good range of interesting wines from some classic and some more…Read More
Judging by the wines I have had, someone is doing a very good job in selecting the wines to put before the public, and at a very fair price. Delivery from online purchases as also been quick and…Read More
Great company with good service and good prices. Highly recommended.Read More
One of my favourite independents. Been enjoying these special wines for more than 10 years. Always interesting choices, and always great value in the sales!Read More
This was yet another quick and painless transaction, as I have come to expect from SV&S.Read More
