Dominique Portet
Dominique Portet got his first whiff of wine at one of the world’s most illustrious wine properties: Château Lafite-Rothschild. It was here in Pauillac that his father, André Portet, served as régisseur (vineyard & winery manager). Dominique went on to earn his stripes at Montpellier University of Oenology before perking up morale as wine-buying adviser during compulsory military service. He later spent vintages in the Médoc, Rhône Valley, Provence and with Champagne giant Moët et Chandon, as well as in the Napa Valley at his brother Bernard’s Clos du Val estate. Since 1976 he has been a pioneer of the renaissance of Australia’s cool-climate wine industry, founding renowned sparkling wine house Taltarni in the Pyrenees and Clover Hill in Tasmania. In 2000 he embarked on his greatest adventure: the Dominique Portet winery in the Yarra Valley.
Region: Yarra Valley
Grapes: Shiraz
Taste:A bright and light style with a hint of spice. Lively red fruit flavors, such as raspberry and cherry, are complemented by subtle peppery spice, exhibiting a European elegance. Balanced acidity and supple tannins merge into a refined palate, leading to a clean and refreshing finish. It is an excellent match for roasted meats, cured meats, or flavorful Asian dishes, such as Peking Duck. The character it presents offers a striking contrast to the fruit-forward wines from other regions of South Eastern Australia.
