Pearce Road Semillon
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from vintage release.
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roasted chicken, pan-seared scallops, creamy seafood pasta
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Hailing from the cooler, elevated slopes of the Clare Valley, Kilikanoon's Pearce Road Semillon is a compelling testament to a grape variety that, while often overshadowed by Riesling in this region, achieves magnificent heights in the right hands. Sourced from the dedicated Pearce Road vineyard, this wine departs from the strictly stainless-steel style of other Australian regions by incorporating subtle French oak influence. This barrel fermentation and maturation process imparts a beautifully textured mouthfeel, creamy complexity, and subtle nutty undertones to complement the grape's natural vibrant lemongrass, lime leaf, and flinty mineral core. It represents a sophisticated, food-friendly expression of Clare Valley's diverse microclimates.
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Founded in 1997 by winemaker Kevin Mitchell, Kilikanoon is nestled in the picturesque Clare Valley of South Australia, operating from a historic property in Penwortham. The winery is celebrated for its meticulous, terroir-driven approach, sourcing fruit from diverse microclimates and ancient, ungrafted vines to craft wines of immense depth and character. Kilikanoon is particularly renowned for its powerful yet elegant Shiraz expressions, such as the flagship Oracle Shiraz and Covenant Shiraz, alongside exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, and crisp Clare Valley Rieslings. This dedication to expressing regional identity has earned the estate international acclaim as one of Australia's premier boutique wineries of the modern era.