McPherson Aquarius Marsanne Viognier 2024
3.9 (25)
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The McPherson family estate is known for its hard-hitting Australian reds. Now, head winemaker Jo Nash has brought us an exclusive white. Marrying opulent Marsanne and Viognier, Aquarius overflows with juicy orchard fruit and smooth spice notes.
Wine Details
- Red - Full Bodied
- Australia
- Marsanne-based blend
- 13% ABV
- December 31, 2026
Flavor Profile
Wine Flavor Profile
Aquarius is a medium- to full-bodied white with ripe orchard-fruit aromas underpinned by honeysuckle and subtle spice. Mouthfilling and creamy, the palate offers juicy peach and apricot flavors. Hints of spice and a fresh mineral streak frame the long, smooth finish.Wine Food Pairings
Seafood (esp. lobster, crab or scallops with butter sauces), spicy dishes, holiday classics like turkey and honey-glazed hams, cheese platters.Beyond the Label
From Australia's exciting Victoria region, Aquarius is a voluptuous, medium- to full-bodied white blend that delivers mouthfilling stone fruit flavors as vibrant as the McPherson family of winemakers who produced it.
Famous for their personality-packed wines, the McPherson family is a favorite of top critic James Halliday (Australia’s answer to Robert Parker), who rates their estate an impressive four stars and writes that the quality of their wines “is unfailingly good.”
The McPhersons’ wines are also BIG favorites of ours, which is why we can’t wait for you to taste the latest release of this thrilling white.
To make it, head winemaker Jo Nash married two varieties originally from France’s Rhône Valley, Marsanne and Viognier, both of which reach unparalleled ripeness in the brilliant sunshine found Down Under. In the glass, this translates to a lovely golden hue that wafts enticing orchard fruit, honeysuckle and subtle spice aromas. The palate is rich and creamy, with juicy flavors of peach and apricot. Hints of spice and a fresh mineral streak frame the long, smooth finish.
All inn all, it's a delicious match for grilled seafood, lightly spicy vegetarian curries and more. Hurry to claim your share of this characterful Aussie exclusive.
