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2018 Marsanne | Chateau Tahbilk Collectors Edition

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    We are introducing a rare opportunity to capture of a piece of Tahbilk's history with a limited release Chateau Tahbilk Collector's Edition 2018 Marsanne.
    This unique special edition run offers connoisseurs and collectors alike a chance to savour not just a wine, but a piece of the rich and colourful heritage that was Chateau Tahbilk.
    Due to its limited nature we need to restrict orders to a maximum of 24 bottles.

    About this winei

    The Chateau Tahbilk story ...

    Hard to believe that it has been over 24 years (June 2000) since 'Chateau Tahbilk' morphed to being just Tahbilk, a change that coincided with our viticultural region being recognised as 'Nagambie Lakes' ... two significant and important changes.

    Firstly, casting our minds back you may recall that Australia had agreed with the European Community to phase out the use of Traditional Expressions such as Champagne, Port, Sherry, Claret, Burgundy, Sauternes etc., on Australian wine labels.
    At the time we expected that even terms such as Domaine and Chateau would be required to be phased out at some time.

    After considerable consultation with our staff and distributors, and much discussion around the family boardroom table, the decision was taken that rather than wait until the last minute and be forced to drop the word Chateau from our label, that with the start of a new millennium, the timing was appropriate to proactively make the change now.

    This was no easy decision but was helped by the fact that we would actually be reverting back to our original name 'Tahbilk' that was used when the company was first established back in 1860.

    We also questioned the significance of the French word Chateau to a proudly Australian winery or for that matter to Australians in general – we saw no no need to continue to use terms inherited from other countries and cultures of bygone days.

    And as for Nagambie Lakes ...

    In 1993 the Australian Wine & Brandy Corporation set up a Geographical Indication Committee to identify and redefine viticultural regions throughout Australia, which was opportune as the number of new regions and sub-regions is ever expanding.

    It had become increasingly important to determine why our region (to be known now as Nagambie Lakes) produces distinctive premium and super-premium quality red and white table wines, and what it is that sets us apart not only from other Australian wine regions but also other regions around the world.

    Two factors were identified which, when combined, gave the Estate a unique position in the world of wine.
    Water Mass
    We are the only Australian wine region and one of only six worldwide where the meso-climate is dramatically influenced by inland water mass. The effect of the many Lakes and Lagoons (which are linked by the Goulburn River) is a more moderate and cooler than expected climate.
    Soil Type
    The Nagambie Lakes region has a unique soil type (duplex 2.2) which is only found in one other location in Victoria. The soil is red/sandy loam and is so coloured because of the very high Ferric-oxide content, which has a positive effect on grape quality and adds a certain different regional character to our wines.

    And so Nagambie Lakes and Tahbilk were born or reborn!

    Alister Purbrick | 4th Generation

     

    Tasting Notei

    Enjoy Now to 2028/2033
    Lemon gold in colour. The nose is mouth-watering and fresh as a daisy. Fantastic classic Marsanne acidity shining through. Lemon and lime then lead into a nutty and marzipan characters hinting at the aging potential of this wine.
    Drink now and pair with a creamy foods; (turmeric cashew chicken would work beautifully) but it is a wine to treasure for later.
    Holly Cusworth | Tahbilk Cellar Door Manager | Tasted March 2023

    Reviewsi

    Don't Just Take Our Word For It ...

    Vintage Notesi

    VINTAGE 2018
    The 2018 growing season was dry and warm and perfect for growing premium wine grapes.
    The winter of 2017 started with a very dry June and below average rains in July and August. Spring continued the theme with less than half the average long term rainfall, and finished with an unseasonably warm November.
    The vines loved the favourable weather, growing large, healthy canopies and setting good bunch numbers – ideal for optimal yields.
    Vineyard operations focused on trimming to maintain a balanced canopy, and irrigation to ensure the vines had adequate water and nutrients. 
    Vintage started early February and progressed very smoothly and although it remained warm, cooler nights kept a lid on sugar accumulation so that ripening progression was close to perfect.
    A very good year ... the whites from vintage 2018 have clear varietal definition and crisp fruit flavours, and the reds are bright and varietal, with concentration and depth

    Specificationsi
    Alcohol12.0%
    VarietalWhite - Marsanne
    CellaringEnjoy Now to 2028/2033
    Wine RegionEstate | Nagambie Lakes
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    About The Wine

    The Chateau Tahbilk story ...

    Hard to believe that it has been over 24 years (June 2000) since 'Chateau Tahbilk' morphed to being just Tahbilk, a change that coincided with our viticultural region being recognised as 'Nagambie Lakes' ... two significant and important changes.

    Firstly, casting our minds back you may recall that Australia had agreed with the European Community to phase out the use of Traditional Expressions such as Champagne, Port, Sherry, Claret, Burgundy, Sauternes etc., on Australian wine labels.
    At the time we expected that even terms such as Domaine and Chateau would be required to be phased out at some time.

    After considerable consultation with our staff and distributors, and much discussion around the family boardroom table, the decision was taken that rather than wait until the last minute and be forced to drop the word Chateau from our label, that with the start of a new millennium, the timing was appropriate to proactively make the change now.

    This was no easy decision but was helped by the fact that we would actually be reverting back to our original name 'Tahbilk' that was used when the company was first established back in 1860.

    We also questioned the significance of the French word Chateau to a proudly Australian winery or for that matter to Australians in general – we saw no no need to continue to use terms inherited from other countries and cultures of bygone days.

    And as for Nagambie Lakes ...

    In 1993 the Australian Wine & Brandy Corporation set up a Geographical Indication Committee to identify and redefine viticultural regions throughout Australia, which was opportune as the number of new regions and sub-regions is ever expanding.

    It had become increasingly important to determine why our region (to be known now as Nagambie Lakes) produces distinctive premium and super-premium quality red and white table wines, and what it is that sets us apart not only from other Australian wine regions but also other regions around the world.

    Two factors were identified which, when combined, gave the Estate a unique position in the world of wine.
    Water Mass
    We are the only Australian wine region and one of only six worldwide where the meso-climate is dramatically influenced by inland water mass. The effect of the many Lakes and Lagoons (which are linked by the Goulburn River) is a more moderate and cooler than expected climate.
    Soil Type
    The Nagambie Lakes region has a unique soil type (duplex 2.2) which is only found in one other location in Victoria. The soil is red/sandy loam and is so coloured because of the very high Ferric-oxide content, which has a positive effect on grape quality and adds a certain different regional character to our wines.

    And so Nagambie Lakes and Tahbilk were born or reborn!

    Alister Purbrick | 4th Generation