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These are wines of restraint and precision - expect Chardonnays with a lean, citrus-driven acidity and a mineral \"snap,\" far removed from the heavily oaked styles of the past. For Pinot Noir enthusiasts, the Adelaide Hills offer a \"European\" profile: light to medium-bodied, filled with wild strawberry aromatics, and grounded by an underlying earthy complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diverse microclimates across sub-regions like Piccadilly Valley and Lenswood provide a playground for pioneering winemakers. Beyond the classics, the region has become a world-class specialist in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSparkling Wines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional method fizz that rivals Tasmania for its purity and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic Whites:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zesty Sauvignon Blanc and a new wave of Australian Grüner Veltliner and Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestrained Shiraz:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often labelled as 'Syrah' to signal its peppery, floral, and medium-bodied \"Old World\" style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Hic! Wine Merchants, we offer a selection from the Hills' most dedicated boutique producers. Whether you’re seeking a crystalline Chardonnay for the cellar or a vibrant Pinot Noir for a monthly tasting, our Adelaide Hills collection represents the very best of Australia’s cool-climate revolution.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-lane-gathering-sauvignon-semillon-adelaide-hills","title":"The Lane Gathering Sauvignon Sémillon 2021","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGathering is arguably the wine that defines The Lane. Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon with parcels of each fermented in French oak. A rich, complex wine that always has layers of flavour coupled with mouthwatering acidity. Incredibly serious food wine, whilst vibrant enough to serve chilled as an aperitif. Its Sauvignon Blanc, but not as you know it. 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A small parcel of post ferment skin contact fills the middle palate and completes the structure that maturation in French oak barrique provides. The Lane Vineyard '19th Meeting' Cabernet Sauvignon matches smooth, exuberant Aussie fruit with the structure and finesse of an old-world classic. A vibrant plum red in colour the 19th Meeting Cabernet displays classic aromas of violets, cassis, chocolate-mint, plum and tobacco leaf. The palate, whilst complex, is silky smooth, with red and black berries and a subtle clove complexity. 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The grapes are whole bunch pressed, and then fermented in French oak, one third of which was new. The wine was matured for nine months in oak with some lees stirring, followed by two months in tank on lees prior to bottling. This Chardonnay has great presence, with intense aromas of white flowers and lemon blossom alongside smoky notes from the perfectly integrated oak. Typically, the 'M3' shows citrus and nectarine notes. 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In recent vintages the style has evolved through sourcing fruit from higher and cooler sites. Upon arrival at the winery, the hand-picked whole bunches are de-stemmed and gently pressed. The must is left to settle before being transferred to temperature-controlled stainless steel vats for a cool fermentation to retain the varietal purity and bright fruit aromas of the Sauvignon Blanc. Following fermentation, the wine is matured on its lees for a short period and bottled early under screw-cap to retain its vibrancy. Pale lemon in colour. On the nose, this wine showcases a vibrant pink grapefruit character along with green apple and floral nuances. 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The aspiration and independence of mind across generations of Penfolds winemakers inspired the ambition to create a white wine that would set the standard for ultra-fine Australian Chardonnay. Selectively sourcing only the very best Chardonnay fruit from cool-climate regions, coupled with sensitive winemaking, the style continues to evolve. Yattarna reflects Penfolds patience and continued commitment to its original goal, its very name being drawn from the Aboriginal language, meaning ‘little by little, gradually’. Each vintage provides the opportunity to further raise the quality bar. Sourced from fruit grown in Tasmania and Adelaide Hills, the Yattarna Bin 144 spends eight months in French oak (65% new). To the nose there are initial scents of fresh chestnut, oatmeal and white chocolate alongside notes of struck match, nashi pear and white peach fruits with stylish French oak playing a significant role in the aroma profile. 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Following significant investments to improve the vineyard since its acquisition by Shaw + Smith it has proven a great source for wines that can stand alone as single vineyard releases, with the balance to reward ageing. Whole bunches of Chardonnay grapes were chilled overnight, then pressed, before fermentation took place in a mix of new (30%) and used 500-litre French oak puncheons. The wine then spent a further 14 months in barrel with gentle stirring. This is a fine-boned Chardonnay with beautifully intense fruit flavours of citrus and white stone fruits, accompanied by floral, lemon curd and mineral notes. Its layered texture is balanced by a lively, high acidity. 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