2021 Nicks Secret OKR Yarra Valley Sauvignon Blanc

This new Nicks Secret wines hails from one of the biggest names in the Yarra Valley who have been producing wine since 1978. Sourced from an upper Yarra north-facing vineyard, situated on the red volcanic soils of Gladysdale, it was fermented in 500 litre French oak puncheons and then matured for 10 months on lees to provide additional texture.

A dry, Bordeaux styled Sauvignon that combines textural shape with varietal freshness and zip.

Brilliant very pale straw colour with green tinted edges and a watery hue. Aromas of lime and pear are gently overlaid by some smoky notes with hints of grilled asparagus, herbaceous grassy characters and flint. Carry nice textural shape, the palate is detailed with lime, green apple and lemon fruits which meld into a gently smoked pencil shavings back drop of asparagus, herbaceous grassy elements and flinty mineral accents. Crisp refreshing acidity with a dry finish that still shows plenty of zip.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 12.2%

Other Reviews….
A blend of 90/10% sauvignon blanc/semillon. Whole-bunch pressed then fermented and matured in 500L puncheons. Left on lees, unstirred. With its appetising aromas of ripe pear, quince and lemon, this is more white Bordeaux in style than Loire Valley, while the dry, flinty medium-bodied palate has good weight and tension. Drink by 2027.
95 Points
Philip Rich – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion