PV Tasting Notes
Re-tasted 10/01/2013
The 2006 Senses SBS is another wine which has developed gorgeously well, now fully mature, still possesses a light lemoney green hue, this resembles a white Graves. Barrel fermented and aged in new and seasoned oak, this is elegant, slightly smoky, with gently roasted nut, melony and honey scented nose. The palate displays tropical fruit (Papaya and Citrus with hints of Mango) is very well balanced, with medium body and a long flavourful fresh finish. Should drink well for several more years.
Pale green/yellow colour, musky, floral and quite incisive on the nose, with an array of fruit lemongrass, gooseberry, lychee and herb qualities: in the mouth pear, green papaya, mango, basil and curry leaf. A silky mid-weight palate showing precise, tangy fruit flavours lifted by bright acidity and dusty mineral notes. The interplay of fruit, mineral and herb tones is really enjoyable, nicely done. April 2008
Independent ReviewSilver Medal at the Royal Adelaide Wine Show.
This Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon blend is perhaps best suited to Cornish brill with wild mushrooms, Stuffed lemon sole, Pan-fried plaice with cauliflower purée and butter sauce, John Dory and scallops with apple chutney, Snapper with pineapple salsa, Grilled red snapper with Asian-style vegetables and rice, Tuna carpaccio, Seared tuna with pak choi, Mackerel rolls with rocket pesto, Black bream with fennel and pernod, Pea and spinach risotto with pan-fried sea bream and pea oil, Pan-fried mullet with potato gratin and lemon and rosemary sauce, Pan-fried fillet of pike with crayfish, wilted sorrel and watercress sauce, Monkfish wrapped in prosciutto, Skate with aniseed liqueur or any shellfish dish.
Watershed Wines has been set up by a syndicate of investors, and no expense has been spared in establishing the vineyard and building a striking cellar door area, with a 200 seat restaurant recently completed with beautiful views over the vineyards and surrounds. The medal and trophy tally they have accrued to date is testament to the commitment behind this exciting new winery. Situated towards the southern end of the Margaret River region, its neighbours include the famed Leeuwin Estate and Voyager Estate.
PH : 3.25
Acidity Level ( TA) : 6.6 g/L
Residual Sugar : 5.11 g/L