Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2006

This classic Margaret River blend combines the depth and intensity of Semillon with the freshness and crispness of Sauvignon Blanc. The Thompson SSB has developed the style further by selecting fruit from among the best growers in the Margaret River region and fermenting a portion of the Semillon in French oak barriques. The Sauvignon Blanc was picked from the cooler, more southern subregions of Margaret River to avoid tropical fruit over-expression and to enhance the herbaceous sauvignon blanc characters The final blend is 60% Semillon and 40% Sauvignon Blanc. It is bottled using Stelvin caps to retain freshness. The lime fresh aromas of the Semillon complement the stone fruit and gooseberry of the Sauvignon Blanc. There is a refreshing crisp acidity with a mouth filling, complete finish. The result is a crisp, elegant and balanced wine, ideal for drinking now but likely to develop further complexity with cellaring for 3-5 years. REVIEWS & AWARDS Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2006 Zesty and herbal with a light grassy and lemony expression of tropical and passionfruit qualitie, backed by mineral undertones, this generous flavoursome and finelt crafted blend finishes tight and focuses. With plenty of depth of generous, tangy fruit, it’s crips and clean and delicious.” Jeremy Oliver, The Australian Wine Annual 2008. Fragrant grass, herb, citrus and apple aromas; light to medium bodied palate follows the bouquet, but not with quite the intensity, falling away slightly on the finish. James Halliday Companion to Australian Wine 2008. Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2005 This is a mighty impressive follow-up to the previous vintage. It’s had a small amount of barrel fermentation which adds significantly to the final mix. Beautiful structure and mouthfeel. A complex wine of real style. 92/100.  Ray Jordan’s Wine Guide 2006-2007. Great value wine over $15. Peter and Jane Thompson have been involved in the wine industry in Margaret river for many years but their Wilyabrup vineyard has only recently been established. I’m impressed by their wines and the value offered by this semillon sauvignon blanc. It is pristine, fresh and fine and has powerful lemon citrus and herbal flavours, and a pleasant, complex mouthfeel.  Quaff 2007 Peter Forrestal