{"product_id":"2024-giaconda-estate-vineyard-roussanne-750ml","title":"2024 Giaconda Estate Vineyard Roussanne 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Giaconda Estate Vineyard Roussanne 750ml is the third release of this remarkable and highly limited wine from Giaconda Estate in Beechworth, Victoria. Produced by one of Australia's most revered boutique wineries, this Roussanne showcases the variety's extraordinary ability to combine richness, texture and complexity with freshness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAwarded a perfect 100 Points by Andrew Caillard MW, the 2024 release highlights Giaconda's mastery of alternative Rhône varieties. Striking a rare balance between luscious fruit intensity and vibrant acidity, this is a distinctive Australian white wine that offers both immediate appeal and exceptional individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 growing season in Beechworth provided excellent conditions for producing aromatic and concentrated white wines. Warm daytime temperatures combined with cool nights helped preserve natural acidity while allowing full flavour development and textural richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a Roussanne of exceptional purity, freshness and complexity, reflecting both the quality of the vintage and the unique character of the Giaconda estate vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGiaconda Estate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEstate Vineyard Roussanne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeechworth, Victoria\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustralia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoussanne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.8%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCellaring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–15+ Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium Rhône-Style White Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium pale straw with brilliant clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntensely aromatic, displaying notes of verbena, musky pear, lychee, yellow peach, pure honey and subtle herb garden nuances, complemented by hints of quartz and minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, textured and wonderfully buoyant, with flavours of ripe pear, yellow peach, Manuka honey and delicate spice. The palate combines remarkable viscosity with chalky mineral textures, creating both generosity and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong, fresh and highly persistent, revealing layers of flint, green lime, star anise and mineral complexity. Decadent yet controlled, with vibrant acidity providing exceptional balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from estate-grown fruit in Beechworth, the 2024 Estate Vineyard Roussanne reflects Giaconda's meticulous approach to vineyard management and winemaking. The wine is crafted to preserve varietal purity while building texture, complexity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful handling throughout the winemaking process allows the distinctive aromatics, mineral character and naturally rich palate of Roussanne to shine, resulting in a wine of remarkable individuality and sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Buy This Wine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect 100 Points from Andrew Caillard MW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly the third release of Giaconda Estate Vineyard Roussanne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced by one of Australia's most iconic boutique wineries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare and highly limited Beechworth white wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines Rhône-inspired richness with exceptional freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding complexity, texture and mineral character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for collectors of premium Australian white wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Giaconda Estate Vineyard Roussanne pairs beautifully with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButter-poached lobster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast free-range chicken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePork loin with apple and fennel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeared scallops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-ripened and washed-rind cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Andrew Caillard MW recommends enjoying the wine relatively early to appreciate its vibrant primary fruit profile, the concentration, structure and acidity suggest excellent medium-term cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended drinking window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025–2038+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAndrew Caillard MW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Luscious and decadent yet controlled and sinuous. It's like grand cru Sauternes without the botrytis and sweetness and foiled against a first class Condrieu. Extraordinary and wonderful.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Andrew Caillard MW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JC FINE WINES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52168933343534,"sku":"2643776944","price":159.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2023_Giaconda_Estate_Vineyard_Roussanne.png?v=1744791571","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2024-giaconda-estate-vineyard-roussanne-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}