2025 The O.C. Semillon
2025 The O.C. Semillon
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A single vineyard Semillon with fruit sourced from the transitional loamy sand flats along Oakey Creek Road in Pokolbin, bursting with bright lemon zest citrus. A vibrant expression of the Hunter Valley’s iconic white varietal. Displaying impeccable fruit purity and precision, the core of fine acidity is the defining feature of wines made from this wonderful patch of dirt.
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Winemaking Overview
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In the Vineyard
A very welcome return of this single-site wine in 2025, after the crop was unfortunately decimated by wingless grasshoppers in 2024.
We yielded just over three tonnes of hand-picked fruit from our allocated rows, which has resulted in a relatively small production of only 138 dozen. -
In the Winery
This vineyard, situated on a sandy/loam strip along Oakey Creek Road, Pokolbin (hence, The O.C.), was planted in 1998. Earlier vintages of this wine were made in a riper more generously flavoured, contemporary style, however we have since realised this particular vineyard is more suited to a classically shaped Hunter Valley Semillon.
11.3% ABV
Tasting Notes
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Appearance & Aroma
The colour is a luminous very pale lemon with a soft green tint
The nose is fresh, bright and varietally classic, layered with yuzu zest, nashi pear, and ripe jackfruit.
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Palate & Finish
The palate is refreshingly dry and instantly appealing, bursting with lemon myrtle, delicate starfruit, Tahitian lime, and lemongrass. There is a line of minerality with hints of wet river stones, dried ginger and a trace of saffron adding a subtle complexity. Pure and vibrant, it finishes with impressive length and finesse.
Delicious, well-textured and tangy, just add your seafood of choice with a squeeze of lemon.
WHEN TO DRINK
This is a Semillon built for satisfying thirst and curiosity now, but will also reward patience with time in the cellar.
Drink now in its youth or cellar for up to 5-15 years.
The Vineyards
Whilst I have always applied a no compromise, attention to detail approach to my winemaking, I truly believe that 90% of the quality lies in the vineyard. The key to great wine is ‘keeping it simple’ to preserve that potential quality from the vine through to the bottle - Andrew Thomas