The Chateau Botrytis Semillon
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2035
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Blue cheese, apricot tart, rich pâté
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted by the historic Chateau Tanunda, 'The Chateau' Botrytis Semillon is a luscious testament to the patience and precision of dessert winemaking in South Australia. This golden nectar relies on the magical, benevolent intervention of Botrytis cinerea, or 'noble rot,' which shrivels the Semillon grapes on the vine, concentrating their natural sugars, acids, and flavors. Sourced from select vineyards where cool morning mists and warm afternoons create the perfect microclimate for botrytis development, the fruit is meticulously harvested. In the cellar, the winery's traditional approach preserves the vibrant, natural acidity of the grape to balance its intense, honeyed sweetness, resulting in a complex profile rich with notes of candied citrus peel, dried apricots, and wild honey.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1890, Chateau Tanunda stands as an iconic monumental landmark in South Australia's famed Barossa Valley, celebrated as a cornerstone of the region's rich winemaking heritage. Meticulously restored by the Geber family following their acquisition in 1998, the historic bluestone estate blends traditional craftsmanship with modern winemaking precision. Chateau Tanunda is deeply committed to celebrating ancient terroir, notably championing some of the world's oldest surviving vineyards through its acclaimed Old Vine Expressions. The estate is globally recognized for its powerful yet refined Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Rhône-style blends, headlined by flagship labels like The Everest and Grand Barossa that capture the essence and longevity of Barossa viticulture.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Semillon
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
11% - 11.5%