The new Domenica range from Beechworth is from 2021 and 2022. The 2021 Domenica Rousanne Marsanne shows white flower notes. On the palate, this wine is surprisingly energetic with its citrus flavours. I expected a broader texture. There are some earthy notes on the back palate, which is anchored by firm acidity. The wine is not fat, which can be experienced sometimes with this blend, but also not very typical, without the expected texture (91 points).
The 2022 Domenica Chardonnay tastes of citrus and white peach. There is good drive in this wine, but not quite the complexity I was hoping for. This is a medium bodied wine with good structure, supported by firm acidity (92 points).
The 2022 Domenica Gamay is a new wine in the line-up. Carbonic maceration delivers some confectionary flavours, but also floral notes and good minerality on the finish. Still, the confectionary flavours are too much for me (I am very sensitive to this) (90 points).
The 2021 Domenica 'Two Cells' Shiraz is an attractively priced wine. It is a medium-bodied wine which is quite tight. Plum and black cherry flavours are not overly concentrated while spice adds interest. This is a cool climate Shiraz, which needs a bit more time to come together (90 points).
Overall, it is commendable to see these wines at lower alcohol levels. On the other hand, they lack some specific interest to stand out from the crowd.
2 comments:
Interesting re the gamay. Had it today and perhaps it'd been aerated a bit but I didn't find it especially confected. More cherry, nutty and spice vibes for mine. Still prefer Sorrenberg's take but a good start I thought.
Fair enough. No doubt it can appeal to many.
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