The Drives Sparkling NV
Seppelt
The Drives Sparkling NV
Seppelt
The Drives Sparkling NV
Overview
Overview
The Drives refers to the labyrinth of excavated tunnels stretching beneath the Seppelt Winery, where generations of wines have slowly matured since 1868.
Composed of an elegant combination of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, this delicate sparkling wine exhibits refreshing fruit characters supported by subtle yeast characters and refreshing acid.
| Varietal | Chardonnay Pinot Noir |
|---|---|
| Vintage | Non Vintage |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | South East Australia |
| Volume | 750 mL |
| Closure | Crown Seal |
| Alc/Vol | 11% |
| Peak Drinking | Enjoy Now |
| Winemaker | Clare Dry |
Food Pairing
Food Pairing
Cheese
Spicy Food
Taste Description
Taste Description
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
Viticulture Vintage & Winemaking
South East Australia
This viticultural ‘super zone’ covering almost one third of Australia is a showcase of diversity in varieties, terroir and style. The so-called engine room of the Aussie industry, the best fruit converges for single varietal and blends for all palates.
Clare Dry - Seppelt Winemaker
Growing up on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, Clare has had a long-held interest in the world of wine. Completing a Bachelor of Oenology from the University of Adelaide, Clare worked for many wineries and vineyards back in Mornington and overseas in Germany before joining Wolf Blass in 2007 as a vintage winemaker. Over the next 13 years, Clare has honed her skillset, crafting wines across varieties in both red and white wine production, while also participating in extensive wine judging. Most recently, Clare has been instrumental in crafting premium Chardonnay, a variety she greatly enjoys.