Wines By Nepenthe

Nepenthe Red Tryst

Adelaide Hills

Available by the case dozen only

An unconventional cepage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo that works remarkably well as each grape contributes unique characteristics. The result is a fruit driven wine which is approachable and fragrant, yet is well structured with savoury complexity. In making the Tryst, Nepenthe are seeking to construct a wine that complements and enhances a wide range of foods, an easy going, completely versatile dinner companion.

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Approachable, fruit driven wines, fashioned for enjoying today, preferably with friends or at a discreet meeting are a Tryst! In making the Tryst, emphasis is placed on sustainable land management and environmental concerns. Grapes are destemmed and crushed upon arrival to the winery. Varietal components are kept separate throughout the vinification. After seven to fourteen days on skins for extraction, the must is fermented in tank and pressed before transfer to older French oak barriques for malolactic and nine to twelve months maturation. On completion each barrel is blind tasted and classified, if selected for inclusion it is racked to tank for the final assemblage. Approx 14.0%

Deep crimson red in colour. Cabernet provides red berry and cassis fruits with underlying mint and herbal notes. The Tempranillo adds raspberry, plum and sage. The union of Cabernet and Tempranillo works well to build a complete palate. Sweet berry fruit characters are supported by the rich, textured mid-palate and a firm, lingering finish. A perfect wine for the barbeque, Tryst will match well with ragu pasta or a vintage cheddar.

Nepenthe Sauvignon Blanc 2012

Adelaide Hills

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Sauvignon Blanc has found a natural home in the high altitude, cool climate of the Adelaide Hills. Nepenthe are an exclusively Adelaide Hills winemaker, one of the region's most prominent, with an endowment of vineyards. Nepenthe's cutting edge viticulture has gained recognition for producing benchmark Sauvignon Blanc. The vines are meticulously coddled and flavours in the grapes are encouraged to develop fully, with lovely intense varietal characters and bright, natural acids at the higher end of the zingyness scale.

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Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from a range of specialized vineyards in the scenic Adelaide Hills. Grapes are harvested in excellent condition to a schedule determined by critical ripening, throughout the early hours of morning, taking advantage of the cool night air which is a feature of the region. Fruit is immediately transported to the winery, crushed, chilled and treated to a pneumatic press, then allowed to settle over three to four days. Juices are racked off solids, the majority of components are tank vinified, a small proportion is fermented on lees in prior use French oak barriques for two or three months. Upon completion, all batches are assessed before assembling into the finished wine. Alcohol 12.5%


Pale straw with a green tinge. Fresh, grassy herbaceousness and vibrant gooseberry characters. Fresh and powerful palate with varietal flavours of guava and melon balanced by notes of green capsicum. Lively lime, herbaceous notes and tropical fruits are supported by fresh citrus acidity that leads to a zesty, crisp finish. Enjoy young alongside seafood, chicken breast or fresh cheeses.

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Nepenthe The Fugue

Adelaide Hills SA

The predominant variety in the blend has always been Cabernet sauvignon; fragrant, bright in colour and aroma, yet tannic and savoury. The Fugue benefits from the spice and zest of Cabernet franc, and the sweet earthiness of Merlot. Malbec adds inky purple colour, spicy, sappy fruit and hugely concentrated tannins. The Fugue will gather momentum as it ages, but is already quite complex.

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Grape varieties Cabernet sauvignon 52%; Merlot 42% Cabernet franc and Malbec 3% each Oak Matured for 18 months in predominantly French oak barriques. For cellaring, the Fugue can be cosidered a stayer with potential for 5-15 years. Food suggestions: Kangaroo fillet, Rack of Lamb, Crumbly cheese. Baumé 12.9 – 14.3 Alcohol content 14.0 % v/v Residual sugar 2 g/L.

While the early palate is rich, with hints of spice, red berries, olives and liquorice, it builds quickly to a full, dry mid-palate. Here the tannins from the Cabernet sauvignon and Malbec begin to show, and carry through to the finish, which also features warmth from generously- ripe fruit. The wine's distinct mintiness is both a varietal and regional character. Oak is a subtle, supporting thread that persists into the finish.

Nepenthe White Tryst

Adelaide Hills

Available by the case dozen only

A fresh, approachable wine from the heart of the cool climate, pristine Adelaide Hills. The cepage is made up predominantly of fragrant, crisp Sauvignon Blanc balanced by the fine structure, citrus flavour and elegance of Semillon. An adaptable companion for any occasion, Tryst White will complement a range of dishes from fresh seafood to Thai or antipasto, experimentation is the key.

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Nepenthe is described by Homer in The Odyssey as an Egyptian herbal drink so powerful that it eases grief and banishes sorrow from the mind. An exclusively Adelaide Hills wine, Tryst White once took gold at the prestigious International Wine Challenge, the only Australian Sauvignon Blanc to do so. Grapes are harvested in the cool hours after midnight and rapidly transported to the winery, crushed, chilled and pressed gently in an air bag press. The must is then allowed to settle before being racked off juice lees, warmed and inoculated with select dried wine yeast. The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks at 12°C to 18°C. All tanks are assessed and blind tasted prior to assemblage. Approx 13.


Pale straw with a faint green tinge. A blend of aromas from both varietal grapes, the floral, tropical and herbaceous notes of Sauvignon Blanc are complemented by citrus and pineapple fruit flavours of Semillon. Fresh, lively and delicate with excellent poise and balance. Flavours of passionfruit, lemon sherbert and subtle grassiness are supported by lively acidity and firm texture.

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Nepenthe Zinfandel

Adelaide Hills

Zinfandel is the variety America has adopted as its own, the exact origin of the clone is uncertain, though the most likely source is Italy or Croatia. A notoriously thin skinned variety, Zinfandel is mainly planted in warm, dry regions. This begs the question as to why Nepenthe are making Zinfandel in the cool heights of the Adelaide Hills? the simple answer is it works! Nepenthe has been producing Zinfandel since 1997 and are delighted if somewhat amazed at the rich, spicy and exotic styles possible in the cool climes of the Adelaide Hills.

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A pure Zinfandel wine, the pinnacle of the Nepenthe range wines, made only in limited quantities. Exciting, innovative wines with complexity, subtlety, balance and length. Grapes are sourced from estate vineyards at Lenswood and Charleston. Due to the thin skins of the variety it is exclusively hand picked. During fermentation the grapes spend seven to ten days on skins before they are pressed after reaching dryness. The wine is transferred into one to four years old oak barrels, predominantly French with some Russian and American, for malolatic and eighteen months maturation. Each barrel is then blind tasted, classified and racked to tank before assemblage. Approx 15.5%


Deep purple red colour. A fragrant, intense nose of plum and preserved fruits with a dash of exotic spice and vanilla. The opulent palate echoes the intensity of the nose and is dominated by dark fruits, prune and dates. An exuberant wine with a rich, velvety mouthfeel and a soft, lingering finish. Match with a mature gruyere, mousakka, or deep, dark chocolate cake.

Nepenthe is described by Homer in the Odyssey as an Egyptian herbal drink so powerful that it eases grief and banishes sorrow from the mind

Up in the cool heights of the Adelaide Hills, Nepenthe have been producing some soul reposing potions of their own, uncompromising wines of outstanding quality and internationally recognised distinction. Wines that, strangely enough, have been impressing both critics and consumers with their varietal faithfulness and subtle Adelaide Hills nuances.

In 1994, the Tweddell family purchased a premium property in the sub-region of Lenswood in the Adelaide Hills. The property was carefully selected and planted to 24 hectares of vines with the intent of producing premium wine. Proven varieties such as Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc were planted, as well as interesting varieties such as Zinfandel and Pinot Gris. In 1996, Nepenthe received approval to build its winery, only the second in the Adelaide hills at the time (the first being Petaluma in 1978)

From the beginning, Nepenthe were receiving positive review from the press and numerous medals on the show circuit. In the first few vintages, Nepenthe wines featured in James Halliday's Top 100, The UK Times Top 100, The Advertiser Top 100, The International Wine Challenge as well as many other feature media articles.

In 1997 Nepenthe acquired a property in Charleston within the Adelaide Hills and has planted a further 43 hectares of vineyard. Then in 2002 a 25 hectare vineyard was acquired in Balhannah (where the cellar door is located), and in 2005 Nepenthe acquired its latest vineyard, 38 hectares in Hahndorf. Nepenthe also sources fruit from a variety of vineyards throughout the hills. Most fruit Nepenthe receives is managed by Nepenthe Viticulture, ensuring that Nepenthe only receives the highest quality fruit to make award winning wines.

The Nepenthe Lenswood vineyard is undulating, at the higher altitude of the four vineyards, and carries a huge variety of natural vegetation. With under half of the property cleared, Lenswood constitutes a number of small vineyards separated by tracts of natural scrub which is heritage listed. The winery has been purpose built to give the winemaking team the ultimate flexibility, allowing them to make the multi award winning wines year after year.

Offering a north easterly aspect, and with sweeping views of the Mount Lofty escarpment, the Charleston vineyard also features a magnificent old Devon farm house built in 1842 from Cobb (a mixture of mud and straw on a stone base). The barn, stables and shearing shed make for a great location for Nepenthe wine related dinners and tastings. All of the buildings are on the State Heritage register, and have been meticulously restored.

The Charleston vineyard site was specifically chosen because of it's outstanding viticultural qualities. The Charleston Vineyard is also home to Nepenthe Viticulure's base in the Adelaide Hills.

The 25 hectare Balhannah vineyard, is located on rolling hills mid-way between Balhannah and the historic town of Hanhdorf. It is here that the Nepenthe cellar door facility is located, offering a warm and cosy welcome in winter and a wonderful summer entertainment facility with spectacular views of the Mount Lofty ranges.

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