Andrew Thomas 'Braemore' Semillon Cellar Reserve 2013
Andrew Thomas
Thomas Wines is not only one of the Hunter Valley’s most renowned winemakers, but nationally and internationally acclaimed for its exceptional single vineyard Hunter Valley wines. Thomas wines have gained somewhat of a ‘cult status’ for its small range of personality imbued wines, many of which offer both pure current drinking pleasure, as well as remarkable cellaring potential.
The first vintage was produced in 1997, with an absolute focus and determination to specialize in producing top-shelf examples of the two signature varieties of the Hunter Valley, Semillon and shiraz.
Over the years Thomas Wines have gathered an impressive folio of local growers, who each own and operate arguably some of the Hunter valley’s most distinguished sites, producing world-class, uniquely regional styles. Each wine showcases it’s unique vineyard signature and expresses a real sense of place. Kiss shiraz and Braemore Semillon sit at the top of an impressive range, many of which have become modern benchmarks for the Hunter Valley.
Having previously spent 13 years learning and applying his craft at Tyrrell’s, owner and winemaker Andrew Thomas now has over two and half decades of winemaking experience in the Hunter Valley. It’s the no-compromise, attention to detail approach to his winemaking that has seen him named as 2014 Hunter Valley Winemaker of the Year (having also previously won the award in 2008), as well as contributing to an impressive mantle piece of wine show trophies and medals, and enviable critical acclaim.
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ATSE201310 UCAU
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The Braemore vineyard is one of the finest plots of Semillon in the Hunter Valley.
The Braemore vineyard is one of the finest plots of Semillon in the Hunter Valley.
Scores & Reviews
96 / 100
Huon Hooke
"Light, bright yellow colour, with a lovely fresh bouquet that displays great complexity of fruit aromas without a lot of toastiness—as yet. Lemon verbena and chamomile notes. The palate is rich and full, without sacrificing delicacy or subtlety. But there is power and drive aplenty. A tad more generous than some vintages, with energy to burn. This will live for a very long time. Big array of lemon-citrus flavours. The acidity charges it with vitality. Long carry. A terrific wine, probably at the start of its peak drinking window."
94 / 100
James Suckling
"Lime and sliced apples on the nose with hints of pebbles follow through to a full body, lovely juicy fruit and a tangy finish. Delicious style to this."
94 / 100
James Halliday
"Still showing the (lack of) colour of a 1yo semillon. The bouquet, also, is partly asleep. The wine comes into its own on the finish and aftertaste, acidity joining lemon curd, lemon juice and a hint of passionfruit. By '23 it should be starting to show its inherently great quality."