Stella Bella, Otro Vino, The Italian, Margaret River, Australia, 2022

Producer Profile

This boutique winery in the heart of Margaret River creates idiosyncratic named ranges like Suckfizzle in a low interventionist and organic way keeping their approach as simple as possible to allow their cherished vineyards to show their quality.

It is not merely in the names where these wines are memorable, as once you have tasted them you will see why Luke Jolliffe, the winemaker, continues to receive recognition and awards from around the world for wines that have that wonderful Margaret River restraint and elegance, but are bound together with a fruit purity that makes them delectable.

Viticulture

Otro Vino meaning other wine is Stella Bella’s explorative and adventurous attitude. It perfectly showcases a range of current and new wines that are progressive, experimental and are different from classic Margaret River. Otro Vino is our means to showcase the history, evolution and future innovation of Stella Bella.

Winemaking

A field blend of Sangiovese and Merlot. Wild and co-fermented and matured in old French oak for 6 months. No additions, bottled unfined but filtered to ensure pristine fresh sea breezy Margaret River fruti character for years to come.

Oak Ageing

Time: 6 Months
Type: French
% wine oaked: 100
% new oak: None

Tasting Note

In homage to the classics of Tuscany, this vino evokes the essence of Italy. Wild fermented Sangiovese with a splash of Merlot, it is captivating and filled with charm. Vespa red in colour it oozes with scents of cranberry, raspberry, rhubarb, and just a hint of graphite. Deliciously light on its feet with bucket loads of fruit, an intense and grainy palate is driven by plum, cranberry and barberry fruit. Defined by salivating, natural acidity and savoury curves that give length, depth and lineage. Pure charisma and Italian style... Bella!

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