The Ox Hardy Fiano is a bright, medium-bodied, and beautifully textured white wine sourced from the maritime sites of McLaren Vale, South Australia. Crafted by fifth-generation winemaker Andrew "Ox" Hardy, it showcases an engaging mix of vibrant citrus fruit, exotic spices, and a distinctive, savory waxy texture that makes it an exceptionally food-friendly and modern alternative white.
- Aromas: The nose is highly aromatic and distinctive, opening with layers of yellow peach, orange blossom, and candied lemon peel, accented by complex undertones of wild honey, toasted pine nuts, and a hint of wild thyme.
- Palate: The palate is textural and coating yet brilliantly fresh, delivering flavors of spiced pear, green almond, and lemon curd, all balanced by a lively pulse of natural acidity and a signature chalky, phenolic grip on the finish.
- Style: This is a contemporary, texture-driven expression of Fiano that perfectly captures the grape's natural weight and oily mid-palate structure, trading simple fruit flavors for a sophisticated, savory, and complex personality.
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Winemaking: The fruit is picked with careful attention to natural acidity, gently pressed, and fermented using cooler temperatures in stainless steel to protect the pure aromatics, with a small portion handled on skins or lees to build extra palate weight.
- Food Pairing: An exceptional match for seafood dishes with a bit of richness, such as garlic butter prawns, salt and pepper squid, grilled local snapper, or a classic pasta alle vongole.
A super intriguing, delicious white wine that gives you so much more to think about than a basic Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio. It has this cool, almost waxy texture packed with citrus and nutty spice, but it stays totally crisp and refreshing Have chilling for a sunny afternoon seafood session or a casual Italian night with friends.