Unico Zelo

TECHNICAL INFO

Varietal/Blend:  100% Fiano

ABV:  11.8%

Vineyard:  Vineyard in Waikerie, in the Riverland. Iron Rich Sandy Loam and Limestone soils.

Cellar: 24 hours skin contact; 3 months maturation on lees in stainless. Only 3584 cases made.

CSPC:  885965

Winemakers Note: The Alpha & Omega of Unico Zelo. When discovering the ability of Fiano's incredible to be dry grown in the Riverland, a bonafide desert, it set us on the path that we were set to follow. It also certainly helps that the wine produced from it is nothing short of a delight. Elegant whiffs of jasmine and white peach blossoms, racy and crackling acidity with distinct Fiano texture. One of those white wines that can suit almost any situation calling for a good glass - it's destined for the lunch table.
A Sunshine Slurper.

What the Critics are saying: Change is sweeping through South Australia’s vast Riverland region, with many vineyard owners embracing an array of Mediterranean grape varieties. This is what excites Brendon and Laura Carter of boutique Adelaide Hills winery Unico Zelo, who purchase Fiano from a dry-grown Waikerie vineyard for Jade and Jasper – one of four different Fiano styles they make from a variety of fruit sources. This afable, friendly interpretation is all about citrus freshness and crunchy texture on the mid-palate. Seductive, airy perfume of jasmine, lemon aspen and white peach, anchored on the palate by lemon curd and green apple bite with nashi pear and racy acidity leaving the flavours to linger. 97 points, Decanter (2022 Vintage)

A melange of rich, wild (but not funky) aromas—from yeasty apple and lemongrass to terra cotta and crushed stones—swirl and twirl from the glass. There's a skins-derived pithy, waxy edge to the otherwise creamy mouthfeel, ending on a beeswax and citrus seed note. Like everything in this progressive producer's range, it walks to its own distinctive beat and is all the tastier for it. 92 points, Wine Enthusiast (2024 Vintage)