Whites & Rosé

2026 Lorraine Semscato

$24 per bottle

Lorraine Semscato is grown on the Kalleske family farm at Greenock in the North-Western Barossa Valley. The Kalleske family have been farming the property since 1853.

The wine gains its name from Australia’s fastest hand grape-picker, Lorraine Kalleske, who during the 1980s was the fastest hand grape-picker in Australia, winning a total of four National Grape picking Championships, including a three-in-a-row trifecta. As the competition is no longer held, Lorraine retains the title of Australia’s fastest grape-picker. Lorraine has put her skills to good use by hand-harvesting grapes on the Kalleske farm for the past five decades. Lorraine Semscato is a deliciously sweet, slightly bubbly wine reflecting the sweet, flavoursome grapes and bubbly personalities on the Kalleske vineyard.

  • Certified Organic & Biodynamic
  • Vegan Friendly
VarietySemillon
Alcohol9.0%
Standard Drinks5.3
Size750ml

Tasting Notes

  • Colour
    2026 Lorraine Semscato is brilliant pale straw in colour
  • Aroma
    The aromatics are bright and expressive, bursting with lifted florals and perfume. Layers of orange blossom, tropical pineapple and jasmine are complemented by a subtle spicy, musky nuance, adding depth and intrigue.
  • Palate
    The palate is light, vibrant and juicy, driven by fresh tropical fruit. Natural acidity provides a tangy, lemon sorbet-like line, giving energy and precision. A gentle touch of residual grape sweetness sits in perfect balance, enhancing the purity and brightness of fruit without excess. The fine spritz adds a refreshing lift, bringing further zest and liveliness. It finishes long and clean, completing an irresistibly fresh and expressive wine.
  • Cellaring
    Best enjoyed now while youthful and radiant.

Vintage 2026

Above-average winter and spring moisture, then one of the driest, warmest summers on record. February rain and a mild March and April followed. Yields were down around 25%, with excellent quality across the range.

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