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Ricca Terra Farms 'Bronco Buster' White Blend 2023
Grape Type Pronunciation: "White" "Blend"
Primary flavours
Apple
Citrus
Asian Spice
Details
Winemaker Ash Ratcliff was a horseman in another life where gaining trust and investing time in a horse pays off. This unique white wine is a nod to his family's investment in alternative varieties, with a blend of Pinot Gris, Fiano & Vermentino that delivers both juicy pear and stonefruit but with an airy sort of freshness to it.

Origin: Burgundy, in eastern France. Mainly Grown In: Italy (as Pinot Grigio), Germany (as Grauburgunder - the local name for Pinot Gris), USA, France (as Pinot Gris). Key Facts: Drum roll please... Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio are two different names for THE SAME GRAPE VARIETY. The use of Gris or Grigio depends on which country the grape was grown in and subtle stylistic differences. Pinot Grigio is the Italian version, and is typically known for being light and zesty. Where as Pinot Gris, the French version of the grape, is often richer and riper tasting with some spiciness. When made outside of Italy and France, Grigio or Gris name is used as a marker to define the style that the winemaker thinks it suits best; lean like Italian Pinot Grigio or riper and rounder like the French Pinot Gris. Fun Fact: In Germany Pinot Gris is locally called Grauburgunder which translates to “Grey Burgundy”.
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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, low sweetness, with high acidity, no fruitiness, low tannins, low alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Riverland
country
Australia
Grape type
White Blend
Wine Maker
Ricca Terra
Alcohol
11.6%
Vintage
2023
Cellar period
3-5 years
Closure
Screw Cap
Production method
Sustainably Made
Temperature
Cold 5°C-8°C
State
SA
Pairing guide
This crisp and aromatic white blend delivers plenty of juiciness without losing freshness, resulting in a wine that will pair with all sorts of dishes. It's easy to see this working with risotto, fried rice, and other classic rice dishes, even with a bit of spice added to the mix. Filipino or Vietnamese spiced chicken and other fragrant chicken, turkey or even tofu choices would be a great pairing for this white wine, too, especially as the juicy fruit really adds an extra layer of generosity to any spicy or herby dish. You'll also want to drink this white ice cold to really keep it feeling bright and refreshing.
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Food
Basil
Filipino
Camembert
Tastes
Unique
Moods
Contemplative
Seasons
Spring
Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Riverland, Australia
Located in the heart of South Australia, the Riverland wine region is a tropical paradise for wine lovers. The region was formerly known for its traditional wines, particularly Shiraz, Chardonnay, and Grenache as well as its abundance of sunshine and beautiful scenery. In the last few years it's added a raft of Mediterranean varieties to its charm - think Fiano and Nero d'Avola. The warm climate and fertile soils of the Riverland make it a perfect place for grape growing, and the wines produced there are bursting with flavour. So why not explore the wines of the Riverland and discover a new favourite?
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