Dessert Wines
Seppeltsfield Dp116 Aged Flor Apera 500mL
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$31.99
Tasting Notes
Seppeltsfield's DP116 Aged Flor Apera is a masterclass in oxidative winemaking from the Barossa Valley. On the nose, it opens with a beguiling complexity — lifted notes of roasted almonds, green olives, and salted caramel intertwine with a distinctive yeasty, bread-like character imparted by the flor yeast culture. There is a haunting saline tang reminiscent of aged Fino Sherry, alongside dried apricot and a whisper of beeswax. On the palate, the wine is bracingly dry with a nutty, umami-laden core — toasted hazelnuts, preserved lemon peel, and oxidised apple meld seamlessly with a subtle tangy acidity that keeps the wine alive and vibrant. The flor influence is unmistakable, lending a clean, almost austere elegance that distinguishes this from heavier fortified styles. The finish is long, saline, and persistently nutty, with a lingering minerality that invites another sip.
Medium Bodydry10–13°C
nuttysalineoxidativeelegantcomplexumami-driven
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Sommelier's Notes
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Flavor Profile
Primary
Roasted almondsGreen olivePreserved lemon peelDried apricotOxidised apple
Secondary
Salted caramelToasted briocheBeeswaxSaline minerality
Finish
The finish is exceptionally long and dry, with a persistent saline, nutty character and a clean minerality that echoes the flor yeast influence well after the last sip.
Food Pairings
Marcona almonds and charcuterie boardJamón Ibérico or prosciuttoAged manchego or pecorino cheeseBriny oysters or clamsChicken liver pâté on toasted briocheSalty anchovy-topped bruschetta