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Wednesday, 28 February 2018

Topper's Mountain Wild Ferment Tempranillo 2012


Released as a 5yo, opens with a little funk, not reductive, more like briary stem and Sapid notes. Somewhat surprising for a 5yo, and there's still a degree of primacy about proceedings. Cherry, almond paste, maybe a wholemeal toast suggestion.

Fine, powdery tannin cascades across the palate. Something akin to a meaty jus here, pan juices deglazed with a suggestion of fruit in the mix. Rare wine that balances fruit and savoury. Impressive. All the more so as a 5yo release. 91 

Tasted on: Thursday 22nd June, a a Fruit to Root day
Source: Sample
Price: $32
Alcohol: 13.7%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: toppers.com.au

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