2022 Unico Zelo Mallee Gambit Nero d'Avola

Juicy, jubey, and herbaceous Nero D'Avola from one of the most exciting winemaking duos in the South Australian scene.

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Description

After five years of making wine from this vineyard in the Clare Valley's Polish Hill River district, the Carter winemaking duo reckon they've nailed what it takes to make the fruit sing.

And who could disagree? This is an exceptionally juicy Nero, packed with the sour cherry note that lovers of the grape crave as well as a somewhat sensual herbaceousness that adds a little complexity.

Another knockout wine from Unico Zelo, who are making wines with great balance, length, and precision.

Variety: Nero D'avola
Region: Polish Hill River, Clare Valley
Soil Type: Clay over Shale Blue Slate
Vintage: 2022
Alcohol: 13% ABV
Volume: 750ml
Traditional Owners: Ngadjuri Country

Winemaker's Notes:
There is something about this wine that is so bloody captivating and it has an ineffable quality to it. Clare is known for its eucalyptus herbaceous signature, and that really shows in a unique way in Mallee Gambit. This is definitely the most ‘sour cherry’ Nero we make - the classic tasting note for the variety - but there is a jubey, green edge to it. Think Shiso Leaf. We’re really getting used to this vineyard and in our fourth year of making it, we’ve hit our straps. A beautifully balanced acidity, the structure is super fine-grained and slatey. A distinctly unique Australian Nero D'avola.

Price Bracket $31 to $40
Type Red
Body Medium Bodied
Variety Nero d'Avola
Country Australia
Region Clare Valley
Australian State SA
Feature Women in Wine
Alcohol 13%
Size 750ml
Vintage 2022
Closure Cork

Unico Zelo

Unico Zelo is the project of winemaking couple Brendan and Laura Carter. In their words, their aim is to create “Italian-inspired, textural and site-expressive wines” and “Australian examples of Mediterranean varieties in an approachable and jovial fashion.”

Since bursting onto the scene in 2014 with their eye-catching, outrageously good value alternative vino, the Carters have spread their wings and their range. They now make a large suite of wines, including single vineyard examples of Fiano, Nero d'Avola and Nebbiolo. They are one of the most dynamic winemaking duos in the Adelaide Hills.

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