Unico Zelo River Sand Fiano 2023

Zero meters above sea level in what effectively is a ‘desert’. Very sandy soils. Sourced from a certified Organic vineyard called Bassham in Barmera in the Riverland. A moderate level of ripeness coupled with a moderate to low level of acidity. “Broad and voluptuous without being overly heady, aromatic or intense” as Brendan describes. Perhaps the most accessible style of the 3 single region Fiano’s.

Destemmed, On Skins Overnight, Pressed, Fermented in Stainless, Racked off Gross Lees, on fine lees for 9 months in Stainless. In bottle for 9 Months prior to release.

“We’ve always adored this wine’s waxy texture – like all our Fiano’s, but this one has always been the shining light in that regard. Beautiful wine this year – Lovely frangipani nose with some juicy pineapple, golden kiwi, apple whiffs too. That lovely almond kernel signature is all over this wine again, a kind of apricot, nectarine pip thing too, all wrapped in that honeyed, oily texture. Showing some nice acidity to make it all refreshing – you could drink this all day. So pleasant” – Unico Zelo