Oliver’s Tarango was one of the pioneers of Fiano in Australia. In a warm climate such as McLaren Vale, Fiano makes sense given its proven ability to retain acidity when grown in warmer climes.
This particular example suggests that the variety is on track. Aromatically, it is all about stonefruit, citrus, with just a touch of salty sea air. On the palate, it is solid when consumed on its own. However, served with food, in this case char-grilled octopus, it really shines. This was a seamless combination, a case of one plus one equals three.
The case for Fiano and other so-called alternative varieties such as Vermentino is compelling and makes a hell of a lot more sense than McLaren Vale Chardonnay.
2016 OLIVER’S TARANGO FIANO
Producer: Oliver’s Taranga
Variety: Fiano
Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia
ABV: 12.5%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $25.00
Date tasted: 31 December 2016
Tasting Note:
Bright greenish yellow. Clean nose of white nectarine, grapefruit pith and ozone/sea air. Dry, medium bodied, nice texture, fine undertow of acidity. Grapefruit and candied lemon peel. Slightly saline. Good length. A wonderful match with grilled octopus and Greek salad. Good representation of the variety.
Score: 16.5/20
This particular example suggests that the variety is on track. Aromatically, it is all about stonefruit, citrus, with just a touch of salty sea air. On the palate, it is solid when consumed on its own. However, served with food, in this case char-grilled octopus, it really shines. This was a seamless combination, a case of one plus one equals three.
The case for Fiano and other so-called alternative varieties such as Vermentino is compelling and makes a hell of a lot more sense than McLaren Vale Chardonnay.
2016 OLIVER’S TARANGO FIANOProducer: Oliver’s Taranga
Variety: Fiano
Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia
ABV: 12.5%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $25.00
Date tasted: 31 December 2016
Tasting Note:
Bright greenish yellow. Clean nose of white nectarine, grapefruit pith and ozone/sea air. Dry, medium bodied, nice texture, fine undertow of acidity. Grapefruit and candied lemon peel. Slightly saline. Good length. A wonderful match with grilled octopus and Greek salad. Good representation of the variety.
Score: 16.5/20
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