This isn’t Madeira

Written by Ray Johnson

Australia | Langhorne Creek | South Australia | Verdelho

Though we often associate Verdelho with the volcanic island of Madeira, there is also a following for this grape in Australia. It makes up less than 5% of the total white grape harvest but still out paces ever fashionable Viognier.

Violinist
Mollydooker South Australia Verdelho The Violinist 2007
Owners and winemakers Sarah and Sparky Marquis. P&B in McLaren Vale 15% $17.99 at K&L Mollydooker

Bleasdale Langhorne Creek Verdelho 2005
This historic winery was established in 1850 by Frank Potts. The cellars are constructed of red gum and limestone and give an impressive sense of a time gone by. Winemaker Michael Potts. P&B in Langhorne Creek 13.5% $10.99 at K&L Bleasdale

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