Peter Drayton 'Ironbark Hill' Moscato 2023
Primary flavours

Apricot

Lychee

Melon

Peach

White Pear

Aromatic

Candy

Hibiscus

Honey

Jasmine
Details
Peter Drayton has put together another crowd pleaser with this Moscato. Only slightly fizzy, this bouncy, light and bright number lives up to its name. An extravagant nose perfumed with straw, candy and sherbet lemon drops. The palate is popping with candied fruits, talc and zingy acidity driven with fizz. Expressive and yet, oh so delightfully dangerous.
Peter Drayton Wines is a name that's synonymous with great wine. Nestled in the heart of Hunter Valley, Peter Drayton Wines is a family-owned and operated winery that's been producing quality wines for almost two decades. But what sets Peter Drayton Wines apart from the rest? For starters, their vineyards are located on some of the most fertile soils in Australia, and they only use the finest grapes to produce their wines. But it's not just the quality of their wines that make them stand out, it's their unique and innovative approach to winemaking. From their award-winning Chardonnays and Semillons to their delicious Shiraz and Cabernets, Peter Drayton Wines has something for everyone. But what really sets them apart is their experimental range. The two main ranges are the Anomaly and Wildstreak brands and although you will find classic varieties, it is the evolution to include Vermentino, Barbera and Saperavi amongst others.
Peter Drayton Wines is a name that's synonymous with great wine. Nestled in the heart of Hunter Valley, Peter Drayton Wines is a family-owned and operated winery that's been producing quality wines for almost two decades. But what sets Peter Drayton Wines apart from the rest? For starters, their vineyards are located on some of the most fertile soils in Australia, and they only use the finest grapes to produce their wines. But it's not just the quality of their wines that make them stand out, it's their unique and innovative approach to winemaking. From their award-winning Chardonnays and Semillons to their delicious Shiraz and Cabernets, Peter Drayton Wines has something for everyone. But what really sets them apart is their experimental range. The two main ranges are the Anomaly and Wildstreak brands and although you will find classic varieties, it is the evolution to include Vermentino, Barbera and Saperavi amongst others.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards light bodied, medium sweetness, with medium acidity, very fruity, low tannins, low alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Hunter Valley
country
Australia
Grape type
Sparkling Moscato
Wine Maker
Peter Drayton
Alcohol
10%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
1-3 years
Closure
Screw Cap
Production method
Vegan
Temperature
Cold 5°C-8°C
State
NSW
collection
Pairing guide
Mmm… we fell head over heels in love with this beautifully balanced Moscato at first sip! Like most Moscato wines, this little stunner is fantastically food-friendly, and pairs best with laid-back dining options, especially sumptuous cheese and charcuterie boards, and appetisers such as bruschetta and dips. If you do fancy serving up this fizzy wine with your main course, you’d do well to pair it with Indian curries like butter chicken, or other spicy dishes like Szechuan chilli tofu, pasta arrabiata, or well-spiced fish.
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Food

Dessert

Summer Salad

Sushi
Tastes

Sweet

Light

Fruity
Moods

Excited

Celebratory
Seasons

Summer

Spring
Recipe Matches
Wine region

Hunter Valley, Australia
The Hunter Valley is located in New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 150km northwest of Sydney and is known for producing world-class Semillon and formidable Chardonnay, Verdelho, Sauvignon Blanc, and Shiraz.
The region has a long history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the 1830s. Today, the Hunter Valley is home to more than 150 wineries, ranging from small, family-owned operations to larger, internationally recognized producers such as Tyrell’s Wines, Mount Pleasant Wines and Brokenwood Wines.
Hunter Valley comprises the following sub-regions: Upper Hunter Valley, Broke Fordwich, and Pokolbin. The region's climate is warm and humid, relying on rain, humidity, cloud cover and sea breeze to mitigate the warmth. Soil types vary across the region. Generally, Semillon performs well on the sandy alluvial flats, whereas Shiraz prefers the red loamy soil types.
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