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DAOSA
DAOSA = Dedicated Artisans Of South Australia
We have not seen an explosion in popularity of a sparkling like this for many years. DAOSA is on the tongues of South Australian and Australian drinkers alike. Lucy and Xavier are creating a brand of wines that are clearly a mark above the rest.
In 1995 and 1996, Xavier’s father Christian Bizot planted the Bizot Vineyard in the Piccadilly Valley, Adelaide Hills with various Chardonnay clones on the expert advice of Lucy’s father Brian Croser from Petaluma.
In 2009 they made their first sparkling wine from the Bizot Vineyard, a Blanc de Blancs. They named the sparkling wine DAOSA. In 2016 they made their first Pinot Noir sparkling base from selected Piccadilly Valley blocks which we manage, destined for our first release of the DAOSA Natural Réserve in 2018.
Here at Regions, we consider these sparklings as benchmark wines for others to compare to.
Our Pick
Grey-Smith Blanc De Blanc
The Grey-Smith Wines Blanc De Blanc, awarded the Trophy for Best Sparkling at the 2023 Limestone Coast Wine Show, offers a remarkable tasting experience.
Appearance: It displays a light golden color with very fine, persistent bubbles and a delicate bead. The wine exhibits aromas of mineral spring water and almond blossom.
Aroma: The bouquet features fresh notes of white nectarine and white peach, complemented by custard and a hint of fresh-baked bread yeastiness.
Taste and Texture: On the palate, flavors of white nectarine and mineral tonic are balanced by lasting fresh brioche notes and vibrant mineral effervescence. The wine’s bottle age imparts additional complexity, enhancing its dry style with zero dosage.
This Blanc de Blanc, crafted from 27-year-old Chardonnay vines in Mt Gambier and aged a minimum of five years on tirage, showcases the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of Grey-Smith Wines.
Alc/Vol: 12.0%