Tyrrell’s HVD Semillon 2017

The HVD (Hunter Valley Distilling) Vineyard was planted in 1908, and the fruit for this 2017 HVD Semillon was sourced from the Sign Post block within it. The 2017 vintage was an exceptional season for Semillon in the Hunter, and the nose here leads with sun-drenched honeysuckle, green apple skins, caper brine and crushed shells. In the mouth, the wine is gentle swaying on the brink of evolution; it’s still so tight and glassy, but it’s starting to hint at the enveloping texture and complexity that will develop over the next couple of years. A marvel. Highly recommended. Drink date: 2022-2042. Score – 95+. (Erin Larkin, robertparker.com, Dec. 30, 2022)