Purple Palate

The 2008 vintage wreaked havoc in all corners of the Barossa. The heatwave was relentless and ripe fruit was far too hot to harvest. Dave Franz has turned this natural phenomenon to his favour and in doing so has created this seldom seen late harvest Barossa Riesling. Tinned peaches overwhelm the nose, they are so powerful in their concentration that you can almost see and feel their texture as the wine hits your palate. The palate itself is smooth and understated, but offers flavours of lightly buttered toast and apricot jam. This wine is a masterpiece and Dave Franz is a genius. -SG