2011 Releases

A tough year for white wine in the Vale, so no new whites for Semprevino this year. However we do have three smashing reds. Our Nebbiolo returns and we think it is our best yet. We also have another GSM which is just as good as last years highly rated wine if not better. Our third release is a beautiful Cabernet Merlot, built to last and to be enjoyed over a 20+ year timeframe. Enjoy!

2010 GSM

McLaren Vale

This wine is a classic McLaren Vale blend of 73% Grenache, 18% Shiraz and 9% Mourvedre. The fruit for this wine has been sourced from old vines to ensure intensity of flavours and a sense of place.
It’s appearance is dark and rich with red/purple hues. The nose is typically complex and fragrant. Aromas of raspberries, plums, black pepper and spice are enveloped with floral overtones. The palate is full bodied with soft tannins. Flavours of stewed fruits and dark chocolate make way for a warm finish.

A great winter warmer that can be enjoyed now or over the next 10 years.

$24 per bottle or $240 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2009 Nebbiolo

Adelaide Hills

A great example of Nebbiolo. This wines appearance is brilliant, pale, with ochre hues and hints of gold. Its nose is typically subtle, yet pleasantly fragrant and complex. Aromas of violets, white chocolate and fruitcake (nutmeg and cloves) come to mind. The palate is fresh and fruity with firm tannins providing a long warm finish.

Those who are patient will be rewarded with long term cellaring.

$35 per bottle or $350 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2010 Cabernet Merelot

McLaren Vale

A blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot, this wines appearance is brilliant with dark brick red hues. The nose is beautifully fragrant and complex with herbaceous, cinnamon, dusty and rhubarb characters. The palate is elegant and medium bodied. Fresh berry flavours and velvety tannins meld together to give a long satisfying finish.

This wine will develop gracefully over the next 20 years.

$24 per bottle or $240 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2010 Releases

We are really excited about the 2010 Release wines and believe they show great varietal and regional characteristics and will be enjoyed by all of those who choose to slurp down a few bottles, or maybe a few cases. With this release we introduce our first Riesling from the Adelaide Hills along with our first GSM, a dark brooding affair full of juicy black fruits with a lingering finish.

2009 GSM

McLaren Vale

This wine is a 76/19/5 blend of Grenache/Shiraz/Mourvedre sourced from old McLaren Vale vines. The nose is complex and fragrant. Aromas of blackberries and plums meld with toffee, vanilla bean and pepper. The palate is smooth, rich and full bodied. Flavours of black cherries are followed by hints of subtle oak before a long, warm finish.

A sumptuous wine to be enjoyed now or over the next 10 years.

$24 per bottle or $240 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2010 Sauvignon Blanc

Adelaide Hills

A mild Adelaide Hills summer provided excellent ripening conditions for the production of high quality Sauvignon Blanc. This wines aromas are lifted and complex. Herbaceous characters are intermingled with hints of freshly podded peas, blossom, and grapefruit. The palate is delicate, yet full of fruit flavour. A blend of tropical fruits and lime zest make way for a crisp, dry finish.

This wine is best drunk in its youth but will develop some complexity with short term (2 to 3 years) cellaring.

$21 per bottle or $210 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2010 Riesling

Adelaide Hills

This wine has a bright pale straw appearance. The nose is beautifully fragrant and intriguing. Floral aromas are intermingled with pear, grapefruit and tropical fruits. The palate is racy with a steely acidity leading to a long dry finish with lingering citrus flavours.

This wine is ready to drink now but will develop great complexity with long term cellaring (10 plus years).

$24 per bottle or $240 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2009 Releases

Semprevino’s third release once again includes our signature wine, the McLaren Vale Grenache Shiraz and our second release of the Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc. Both of these wines show exceptional varietal characters and we believe they are a step up from our previous release. Also making its welcome return is the Adelaide Hills Nebbiolo. Typical of Nebbiolo, this wine is mysterious and thought provoking, ready to drink now, but will develop further complexity with cellaring.

2008 Grenache-Shiraz

McLaren Vale

This wine is a 66/34 blend of Grenache/Shiraz sourced from old McLaren Vale vines. The nose is complex and typically Grenache like with hints of raspberries, plum, vanilla bean and cloves. The palate is well balanced and luscious, with a bold warm finish.

A sumptuous wine to enjoy now, or over the next 5 years.

$21 per bottle or $210 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2009 Sauvignon Blanc

Adelaide Hills

After the late January heat wave,2009 provided excellent ripening conditions for the production of high quality Sauvignon Blanc.

This wines aromas are lifted and intensely perfumed. Herbaceous characters are intermingled with floral, lime & white peach scents. The palate is zesty with a long dry finish. Perfect for a hot summers day.

$21 per bottle or $210 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2007 Nebbiolo

Adelaide Hills

The fruit for this wine has been sourced from the Mt Torrens area of the Adelaide Hills. Typical of old world Nebbiolo, the nose is subtle and rustic, with an underlying fragrance and complexity. Aromas of cherries, wild berries, leather, earthiness, match sticks and cinnamon come to mind. The palate is soft and silky with a little tannin providing a warm spicy finish.

Those who are patient will be rewarded with medium term cellaring.

$30 per bottle or $300 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2008 Releases

Following on from our first vintage, Semprevino has two great wines for 2008. Like the 2006 Grenach-Shiraz, this years release is just as good, all fruity and chocolatey and will develope well in the bottle in the short term. 2008 also sees the release of our first Sauvignon Blanc, a wine that we are really proud off and will drink especially well over a hot summer.

2007 Grenache-Shiraz

McLaren Vale

This wine is an 80/20 blend of Grenache/Shiraz sourced from old McLaren Vale vines. Grenache characters are evident on the nose, with hints of violets, berries, spice, stewed fruits and earthy undertones. The palate is medium weight with a fleshy mouthfeel, soft tannins and a warm finish. A real winter wine that can be enjoyed now, or over the next 3 years.

$20 per bottle or $200 per case (12 bottles)

Can be part of mixed case

2008 Sauvignon Blanc

Adelaide Hills

In recent years the cool climate of the Adelaide Hills has proven to be perfect for the production of high quality Sauvignon Blanc. This wine has lifted aromas which are quite complex. There are herbaceous and grassy charaters intermingled with floral, lime and honeydew melon. The palate is zesty, crisp and refreshing. Perfect for a hot summers day.

2007 Releases

Semprevino's inugural release wines. Unfortunately both are now sold out, but for those lucky enough to still have some in the cellar they are both drinking really well. The Nebbiolo especially still has many years under its belt to develop those silky flavours.

2005 Nebbiolo

Adelaide Hills

The 2005 Semprevino Nebbiolo is a brilliant cherry red colour. The nose is fragrant and complex, showing hints of violets, roses, leather and licorice. On the palate, the wine is soft and silky at first, with dry grippy tannins and exceptional length on the finish. This wine while approachable now, will improve with cellaring for at least 10 years, and possibly well beyond.

2006 Grenache-Shiraz

McLaren Vale

A 70/30 blend of grenache and shiraz sourced from old McLaren Vale vines. The wine’s appearance is vibrant with red and purple hues. The nose is lifted and aromatic, displaying typical grenache fruit characters of raspberries and spice. There is an underlying complexity with hints of mocca, cinnamon and tobacco. In the mouth the wine is fresh and fruity with a fleshy mouth feel. It has medium weight with soft tannins and a warm, dry finish.