I'm not a huge Savvy fan, but there are a few producers doing interesting things with the variety like Mitchell Harris, Nepenthe and now Tempus Two.
Eschewing standard tank fermentation, they've opted to go 100% French Oak fermentation to create this Savvy with a full, textured, creamy palate, the latter achieved with regular stirring of lees. Aromatics are in the tropical fruit spectrum, guava and peeled lychee; a hint of mineral present too.
The finish carries the tropical fruit with a decent line of minerality. Touch of acid on the end but overall, for me, it finishes a touch sweet. Still an interesting wine and an alternative to the bog standard savalanche that only now is showing some signs of abating on retailers shelves.
Source: Sample
Price: $19.99
Alcohol: 12.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://www.tempustwo.com.au/
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