Taltarni

Forming part of the revitalisation of the wine industry in the Pyrenees, the chosen 1700 acre (688 hectares) site at Taltarni was first planted in 1969. Taltarni was purchased in 1972 by current owner John Goelet. Initially planted to Bordeaux varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Taltarni soon developed a reputation for crisp sparkling wines and fresh whites. The first commercial wine was released in 1977. Taltarni produces a remarkable family of superb Victorian white, reds from its estate in Victoria's Pyrenees and sparkling wines from Tasmanian Vineyards. Taltarni takes its name from an aboriginal word for 'red earth' that aptly describes the iron rich red soil of the Pyrenees.

Taltarni's current senior winemaker, Loïc Le Calvez developed a fond interest in wine while working in his father's fine wine store in Brittany in France. He also completed wine and management studies in Bordeaux. Loïc came to Australia in 2002 working as assistant winemaker for Taltarni and Clover Hill, followed by a vintage in Sonoma County in California; before returning to Taltarni for now his sixth vintage with Taltarni.

Armadale Cellars has been a long time support of Taltarni wines;

Clover Hill Sparkling; "An entrancing Pinot Chardonnay Meuniere from superior vineyards in Pipers Brook, Tassie. An area becoming acknowledged as the premiere source of sparkling wine in Australia. Since its debut, Clover Hill has always impressed with its uncompromising quality and distinguished styling.

Taltarni Brut; " A classic blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, this wine is pale straw in colour with a fine mousse and persistent bead. It offers a creamy, delicate and refreshing palate with a lifted bouquet of lemons.

T Series Sauvignon Blanc Semillon; Matt Skinner loves this wine with its Fresh fruit and racy acidity!
These wines are approachable when young, but also retain the structure and balance to age gracefully and reward cellaring. Taltarni also sources fruit from the world renowned Heathcote region in Victoria; noted for its Cambrian soil and for producing iconic Shiraz. Taltarni, Clover Hill and Lalla Gully's select group of vineyards, create stylistic wines that distinctively express their varietal characteristics, regions and eclectic winemaking. Try some today!