Chambers Rosewood Sparkling Gouais

{screwcap, 12.3%} Mid-deep yellow. Rockmelon, grapefruit, squash, custard and a steely note all cascade through the bouquet. The palate has a real tropical twist to it; medium acidty, with a juicy, pulpy sort of texture. A hint of sweet paw-paw/mango, no oak. I wonder if they've left a fraction of sugar here just to flesh it out a bit. There's plenty of flavour on offer, it's medium-weight at least, and coats evenly along the palate, with a touch of tropical …

Winery visits Jan 2023; 1/13/2023-1/27/2023 (Vic, Tas) : {screwcap, 12.3%, A$20} No oak, mild yellow flesh aromas. Very neutral, squash perhaps, with lowish acidity and a nod to grape-skin tannin. In the past I think I’ve tasted this too old; this example might be too young. Keep three years with fingers crossed.