Ricca Terra, Bronco Buster, Riverland, South Australia, 2021

Viticulture

There is one grape variety that is quickly building a reputation for being tough, pretty and full of flavour! That variety is Fiano. Vermentino was chosen for its ability to produce great wine in a warm dry environment and was the first white Mediterranean grape planted at Ricca Terra Farms. Greco to give a crunchy acid punch.

Winemaking

The grape varieties selected to make this wine all have a common theme, they have an ability to hold loads of natural acidity when grown in a warm viticultural climate. All the varieties are hand pruned and hand harvested. Harvesting occurs in early March. Immediately after harvest the grapes are stored at 4 degrees Celsius in a cool room before being transported to the winery. Aged in 5 to 6 year old oak barrels so as not to impart any oak flavour but to add some complexity to the blend.

Oak Ageing

Type: 5 to 6 Year old barrels
% wine oaked: 100
% new oak: None

Tasting Note

This interesting blend is intensely floral with plentiful aromas of lemon zest and musk. The palate is deftly balanced with fresh acidity and great length.

Food Matching

Any white fish dish, as well as with shellfish such as prawns, lobster and clams.