Nebbiolo is very much in favour in this part of the world. Experience thus far suggests that north-west Italy’s great indigenous variety is particularly well suited to warmer sites in Australia’s cooler regions; the Adelaide Hills, Beechworth and the Yarra Valley. This particular example is sourced from a vineyard in Gumeracha in the Adelaide Hills. While by no means hot, it is warmer than the Piccadilly Valley.
Little needs to be said about Steve Pannell. His CV speaks for itself; former Chief Winemaker for Hardy’s, twice winemaker of the Jimmy Watson trophy winner – his list of achievements is a long wine.
Under his own label, Pannell has removed the shackles of that go with a large brand and is producing an eclectic selection of impeccably well made wines from his base in McLaren Vale and from the Adelaide Hills.
If the 2012 Nebbiolo by SC Pannell is anything to go by, Nebbiolo most definitely has a future in Australia. In terms of appearance, aromatics and on the palate, it is true to the variety. One might complain that that tannins are too silky and gentle for ‘true’ Nebbiolo. However, the gentle nature of this wine makes it an ideal segue for those new to the variety, Pinot Noir drinkers for example.
2012 NEBBIOLO BY SC PANNELL
Producer: SC Pannell
Variety: Nebbiolo
Vintage: 2012
Region: Adelaide Hills, South Australia
Alcohol: 14.0%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $35.00
Date tasted: 19 July 2015
Tasting Note:
Mid-garnet in appearance. Attractive nose of blackcurrant, tea leaves, freshly turned soil and undergrowth. Medium bodied, dry and savoury, slightly earthbound, touch of red fruit poking thorugh. Spice and leather carry the finish. Tannins are suave and lithe. Well made and authentic expression of the variety.
Score: 16.5/20
Little needs to be said about Steve Pannell. His CV speaks for itself; former Chief Winemaker for Hardy’s, twice winemaker of the Jimmy Watson trophy winner – his list of achievements is a long wine.
Under his own label, Pannell has removed the shackles of that go with a large brand and is producing an eclectic selection of impeccably well made wines from his base in McLaren Vale and from the Adelaide Hills.
If the 2012 Nebbiolo by SC Pannell is anything to go by, Nebbiolo most definitely has a future in Australia. In terms of appearance, aromatics and on the palate, it is true to the variety. One might complain that that tannins are too silky and gentle for ‘true’ Nebbiolo. However, the gentle nature of this wine makes it an ideal segue for those new to the variety, Pinot Noir drinkers for example.
2012 NEBBIOLO BY SC PANNELLProducer: SC Pannell
Variety: Nebbiolo
Vintage: 2012
Region: Adelaide Hills, South Australia
Alcohol: 14.0%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $35.00
Date tasted: 19 July 2015
Tasting Note:
Mid-garnet in appearance. Attractive nose of blackcurrant, tea leaves, freshly turned soil and undergrowth. Medium bodied, dry and savoury, slightly earthbound, touch of red fruit poking thorugh. Spice and leather carry the finish. Tannins are suave and lithe. Well made and authentic expression of the variety.
Score: 16.5/20
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