2023 Brokenwood Semillon 12 Pack

95 POINTS

James Halliday - Halliday's Wine Companion

The mown grass, herbs and spring flowers of the bouquet don't prepare you for the depth and generosity of the Meyer lemon and (even) spice of the palate. Good now, but there's plenty waiting down the years.

93 POINTS

Campbell Mattinson - The Wine Front

When I first opened this it seemed fruit-driven and simple. It is of course only a few months old. I sat it in the glass for an hour or so and the nose remained estery and fruity, but the palate turned to stones, chalk and apples, with citrus blossom characters on full show too. There’s a dryness here, a noticeable amount of grip, and a confidence to the finish. I’d reckon that we’re onto a good one here.

91 POINTS

Ken Gargett - WinePilot.com

Just 11% alcohol, this has a lovely pale lemon hue. Fragrant nose, citrus, hay, minerals and more – compelling aromas. There is fine balance and a supple texture plus a fine line of acidity. Fresh and bright, with mid length, this is a ten year proposition. No oak, no malolactic fermentation, no problem. A very fine example of a basic Hunter Sem, plenty of flavour if drinking young and the potential to age and improve.

90 POINTS

James Suckling

The first 2023 tasted. Relaxed for a younger semillon, borne of the first temperate vintage in some time following a duo of cooler La Nina years. Scents of jasmine, Granny Smith slushy and spiced nashi pear. Featherweight wine. Low in alcohol. Transparent and highly regional. This will age well, as its stellar track record attests. Drink or hold.