Rating: 4.5/5
The 2020 Finisterre from Robert Oatley is a stunning Margaret River white wine. Its appearance reveals clear, golden hues with a medium colour intensity, showing a well-balanced wine. The nose offers a medley of aromas with lime juice, apple, and apricot leading the way, complemented by buttery brioche notes, evoking a sense of elegance. On the palate, this white wine presents a silky feel, with a medium body and a harmonious blend of medium acidity, medium tannins, and a dry finish.
At a glance
- Type: White
- Appearance: clear, medium, gold
- Nose: medium; lime juice, apple, apricot / brioche
- Palate: Body medium, Acidity medium, Alcohol medium, Sweetness dry, Feel silky, Flavour intensity medium
- Tastes: apple, lime juice, grapefruit / vanilla
- Finish: medium
- Development: Fully Developed
- Readiness: drink now but it will age
- Balanced: yes
- Complex: yes
Food pairings
- Grilled shrimp with citrus-herb sauce
- Pan-seared scallops with apple compote
- Crispy pork belly with brioche croutons
- Lime and ginger roasted chicken
- Creamy asparagus and parmesan risotto
- Grilled halloumi with apricot chutney
- Seared sea bass with lemon butter
- Roasted vegetable skewers with balsamic glaze