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2006 Cape Mentelle Wallcliffe Sauvignon Blanc Semillon

Margaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$37. 99
Bottle
$455.88 Dozen
Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2010-2011)
ABV: 12.5%
Closure: Screw Cap

Bright straw colour with green tinge and water like hue. Complex nose showing barrel ferment characteristics similar to the dry white wine of Chateau Guiraud G. Top note of yeast lees, confectionary and dry hay. Full bodied palate, creamy texture. Flavours of yeast lees, hay and confectionary. Excellent length and acidity. Aftertaste of dry hay, confectionary and lees.
Cellar 2-3 years (2010-2011)
Alc/Vol: 12.5%

Other reviews...
A beautifully crafted and balanced wine; literally takes off on the mid-palate through to the finish, with fantastic drive; great citrus and mineral flavour.
96 points
Drink 2015. Tasted Oct 07
James Halliday, The Australian Wine Companion