Turkey Flat Marsanne Rousanne Viognier 2023

"94 Points. A blend of 55% marsanne and 45% roussanne, which underwent extended skin contact and partial new oak maturation. With a light yellow hue, it has a very smoky bouquet combining barrel and reductive aromas with spices and a hint of smoked chicken, the palate multi-layered and entertaining, medium bodied and soft-but-dry in its balance. A lovely wine with a really engaging set of flavours, and a long and satisfying follow-through. (Screwcap). 12.5% alc. Ageing: now to 2029 Food: deboned, barbecued spatchcock with lots of garlic and olive oil" Huon Hooke, The Real Review. 

"92/100. A Rhône-inspired white blend of marsanne and roussanne from the Turkey Flat vineyards in Bethany and Stone Well; whole-bunch pressed with some skin contact and a portion aged in new oak. Pale straw with some intriguing struck flint and cordite notes layered above the juicy white peach, lemon and apple fruit base. Hints of nougat, toasted almonds, crème fraîche, white flowers and ginger complete the picture. Dry with a lovely textural component, a minerally acid line and excellent clarity on the finish. Great complex, zesty drinking. 12.5% alc. Screwcap" Dave Brookes, winecompanion.com.au. 

Perhaps my favourite white blend in the world of wine. Typically rich, powerful, but nearly always with very interesting layers of complexity. Sourced from the Bethany and Stonewell regions of the Barossa. Traditional to Turkey Flat style the Marsanne was picked early and pressed lightly. The Viognier (was handpicked, chilled, crushed and saw 48 hours on skins and then pressed lightly. The Roussannenwas a little riper when handpicked and subsequently whole bunch pressed.