Semillon traditionally was a variety that was often used in blends and not given the respect this age worthy variety deserves, not only in the Barossa but in Australia. We proudly retain and nurture our old Semillon vines planted in 1961 to produce a flavoursome single vineyard wine that showcases the age ability of this variety.
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2025 Kaesler Old Vine Semillon
$38.00
95 points: Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion
95 points: Shanteh Wale, The Vintage Journal
APPEARANCE: Pale Straw Green.
BOUQUET: Citrus notes, white flowers, almond paste and quartz.
PALATE: Pure lemon drive with fine crunchy acid profile.
FOOD MATCH: A delicious pairing with fresh seafood but will also cut through the richness of roast pork, the acidity refreshes the palate.
GRAPE VARIETY: Semillon
REGION: Barossa Valley
VINTAGE CONDITIONS: The 2025 Barossa Valley vintage was shaped by a dry winter and spring with rainfall well below average. Warm August conditions brought budburst two to three weeks earlier than usual, increasing exposure to frost, and several notable frost events occurred in mid September across Marananga and the vineyards surrounding the winery. From October onward, consistently warm daytime and nighttime temperatures supported strong growth and healthy canopy development, and ripening progressed quickly through summer. Harvest began early, with the final fruit picked by mid March. Yields were supported by a strong second crop with smaller berries delivering concentrated flavour.
ALCOHOL: 11%
Hand harvested and de stemmed as soon as possible, the fruit is pressed to tank at very cold temperatures to preserve freshness. The juice is then given time to settle before being racked and gently warmed to 17 degrees ahead of fermentation. Yeast is added and the wine is fermented cool over the following 12 days. It is bottled in early July to retain its vibrancy and freshness.
