{"product_id":"gapsted-buffalo-king-valley-fiano-2022","title":"Gapsted Buffalo King Valley Fiano 2022","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinery Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGapsted Estate, located in north eastern Victoria, continues to champion alternative varieties well-suited to the cool climate of the King Valley. The Buffalo King Valley Fiano 2022 is a limited release that highlights the region’s ability to produce textural, expressive white wines with both freshness and depth. This wine reflects careful site selection, thoughtful winemaking, and a clear focus on varietal character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion and Vintage Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 growing season in the King Valley was shaped by a third consecutive La Niña event, creating one of the most challenging seasons on record. Volatile weather during flowering significantly reduced yields across the region. Despite lower crops, fruit quality was exceptional, with strong natural acidity and flavour concentration. These conditions resulted in a wine of purity, balance, and ageing potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking Techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fiano was harvested in early March at 11.9 degrees baumé to preserve freshness and natural structure. After crushing and pressing, the juice was cold settled overnight and split into two fermentation parcels. One parcel underwent a cool fermentation in tank with light lees over 23 days to retain varietal purity. The second parcel was fermented on full solids in older French oak hogsheads to build texture and complexity, with a single new Hungarian tight grain hogshead adding subtle oak character. Both parcels were matured on lees with monthly stirring until bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vibrant green hues with bright clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lifted aromas of paw paw, starfruit, fresh tarragon, almond, and vanilla bean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full and textured, showing flavours of dragon fruit, honeydew, fresh herbs, blanched almonds, and buttered toast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long and layered, with savoury texture balanced by fresh acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited release Fiano from the King Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTextural and full flavoured with strong varietal expression\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced acidity with complexity from lees and oak influence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegan friendly and suitable for ageing up to eight years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs well with grilled seafood, roast chicken, creamy pasta dishes, or vegetable based plates featuring herbs and nuts. The wine’s texture and freshness also suit richer vegetarian dishes and mild cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gapsted Wines","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 1","offer_id":44152560025780,"sku":"GBLRKVF22-1P","price":10.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pack of 6","offer_id":44152560058548,"sku":"GBLRKVF22-6P","price":62.94,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pack of 12","offer_id":44152560091316,"sku":"GBLRKVF22-12","price":119.88,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/5805\/8164\/files\/buy-Gapsted-Buffalo-King-Valley-Fiano-2022-Just-Wines-32755817152692.webp?v=1773204429","url":"https:\/\/justwines.com.au\/products\/gapsted-buffalo-king-valley-fiano-2022","provider":"Just Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}