Stargazer Tupelo 2022

Stargazer is a boutique, premium producer of some of the most exciting wines coming from Tasmania, predominantly from the Coal River Valley in the southern part of the Island where the range focuses on Riesling, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

The name Tupelo was inspired by the Tupelo black gum, of which its honey is highly sought after for its unique characteristic of having the perfect balance of sugars that it doesn’t crystallise. Samantha’s passion for white blends and the drive to find the perfect balance of sugar, acid and texture with her wines makes the naming of this wine perfect. Plus it’s the name of a Van Morrison song ‘Tupelo Honey’ and the place where Elvis was born. Given the praise this wine has received in recent vintages I’d say it’s keeping up with its heady namesake.

Pale yellow in colour, the nose is perfumed and lifted showing some rosewater and poached pear spiciness with a hint of honeyed beeswax. The palate is silky and Cox’s apple crunchy, framed by positive phenolics and trademark Tasmanian acid tension. - Winemakers notes

The Finer Details
Style - White Wine
Varietal - Pinot Gris 37%, Riesling 34%, Pinot Blanc 22%, Gewurztraminer 7%
Country - Australia
Region - Coal River Valley, Tasmania
Vintage - 2022
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 12.2%
Closure - Screw Cap