2021 Pegasus Bay Finale Noble Semillon Sauvignon Half Bottle 375ml, North Canterbury

Bright, even, medium yellow gold. This has a rich, engaging bouquet packed with aromas of smoke flint and spice overlying apricot, citrus peels, honey and quince paste. Full-bodied, aromas of dried apricot entwined with lemon curd, peach puree, unfolding citrus peels, honey, quince paste, cardamon, ginger and smoke flint. The mouthfeel is opulent; creamy, honey-like texture sustains powerful layers and structure, along with zingy acidity persists a lengthy, refined finish. This Noble Semillon Sauvignon is powerful and harmonious, opulently expressed with finesse and complexity. Match with pan-seared foie gras and blue cheese & fig tart over the next 15+ years. Only produced in exceptional vintages, perfectly botrytised bunches were pressed, fermented in French oak barriques, 50% new, and aged on lees for 12 months. 13.5% alc, 182 g/l RS.

19/20 Raymond Chan Wine Reviews

The wine is golden in colour, with intense notes of stone fruit, beeswax, pineapple and passionfruit. Layered beneath there are also hints of brioche, hazelnut, marmalade and butterscotch. Botrytis has resulted in a mouth feel that is rich and unctuous. The Semillon contributes structure and length, while the Sauvignon component adds refreshing acidity to ensure the wine remains perfectly balanced