2022 Unico Zelo Esoterico
94 Wine Enthusiast | 92 Decanter | 91 Wine Advocate
Brendan and Laura Carter have quickly emerged as the most dynamic winemaking duo in the Adelaide Hills, Australia – In their words they seek to create “Italian-inspired, textural and site-expressive wines.” Grapes are sourced from Riverland, where the soils consist of ancient, sandy limestone. This has become one of UZ’s most cult-followed wines since they began.
Fermented on skins for two weeks. Matured for a year in large 3000L casks. No fining or filtration. Primary aromas of mandarin peel, black tea and rose hip. Mouthwatering acidity and ‘say hello!’ tannins. It’s a Bohemian at heart.
Wine Reviews: “This is a vibrant snap, crackle and pop wine, from its electric orange color to its bombastic, musky aromas of ginger, florals, honeycomb, candied citrus and peach. It doesn't disappoint in the mouth, with well-placed skinsy tannins and tingly, spicy acidity. There's a botanical garden feel and an orange peel note to end. For those more adventurous drinkers—and for those seeking highly ethical winemakers—this won't disappoint.” - Wine Enthusiast..and 92 Decanter and 91 Wine Advocate. Native yeasts, no fining or filtration, and only a smidge of sulfur at bottling. Super fun.
Assemblagè: Fiano, Zibbibo, Moscato Giallo, Gewurtztraminer, Greco
94 Wine Enthusiast | 92 Decanter | 91 Wine Advocate
Brendan and Laura Carter have quickly emerged as the most dynamic winemaking duo in the Adelaide Hills, Australia – In their words they seek to create “Italian-inspired, textural and site-expressive wines.” Grapes are sourced from Riverland, where the soils consist of ancient, sandy limestone. This has become one of UZ’s most cult-followed wines since they began.
Fermented on skins for two weeks. Matured for a year in large 3000L casks. No fining or filtration. Primary aromas of mandarin peel, black tea and rose hip. Mouthwatering acidity and ‘say hello!’ tannins. It’s a Bohemian at heart.
Wine Reviews: “This is a vibrant snap, crackle and pop wine, from its electric orange color to its bombastic, musky aromas of ginger, florals, honeycomb, candied citrus and peach. It doesn't disappoint in the mouth, with well-placed skinsy tannins and tingly, spicy acidity. There's a botanical garden feel and an orange peel note to end. For those more adventurous drinkers—and for those seeking highly ethical winemakers—this won't disappoint.” - Wine Enthusiast..and 92 Decanter and 91 Wine Advocate. Native yeasts, no fining or filtration, and only a smidge of sulfur at bottling. Super fun.
Assemblagè: Fiano, Zibbibo, Moscato Giallo, Gewurtztraminer, Greco
94 Wine Enthusiast | 92 Decanter | 91 Wine Advocate
Brendan and Laura Carter have quickly emerged as the most dynamic winemaking duo in the Adelaide Hills, Australia – In their words they seek to create “Italian-inspired, textural and site-expressive wines.” Grapes are sourced from Riverland, where the soils consist of ancient, sandy limestone. This has become one of UZ’s most cult-followed wines since they began.
Fermented on skins for two weeks. Matured for a year in large 3000L casks. No fining or filtration. Primary aromas of mandarin peel, black tea and rose hip. Mouthwatering acidity and ‘say hello!’ tannins. It’s a Bohemian at heart.
Wine Reviews: “This is a vibrant snap, crackle and pop wine, from its electric orange color to its bombastic, musky aromas of ginger, florals, honeycomb, candied citrus and peach. It doesn't disappoint in the mouth, with well-placed skinsy tannins and tingly, spicy acidity. There's a botanical garden feel and an orange peel note to end. For those more adventurous drinkers—and for those seeking highly ethical winemakers—this won't disappoint.” - Wine Enthusiast..and 92 Decanter and 91 Wine Advocate. Native yeasts, no fining or filtration, and only a smidge of sulfur at bottling. Super fun.
Assemblagè: Fiano, Zibbibo, Moscato Giallo, Gewurtztraminer, Greco