Jansz 'Vintage Cuvee' Sparkling 2020 Tasmania

The name Jansz pays homage to Tasmania's namesake, the Dutch explorer Abel Janszoon Tasman who first sighted the island in 1642. In 1986, esteemed Champagne house Louis Roederer partnered with the owners to produce Tasmania's first premium vintage sparkling wine. In 1997, the Hill-Smith family purchased the vineyard and began the journey that has seen Jansz Tasmania become the most highly regarded sparkling wine house in Australia. Only the best hand-picked fruit from our vineyard is selected for this definitive Australian sparkling wine. Select barrel fermentation and four years of lees ageing provides this wine with the complexity, creaminess and sophistication that have become the trademark of Jansz Tasmania.

Tasting Notes

Pale gold with a delicate bead and fine mousse. Aromas reminiscent of dry summer meadows, oyster shell and sea spray are overlaid with complex notes of sweet brioche, toast and hazelnut nougat. The palate is elegantly structured with flavours of lemon zest, oyster shell and subtle strawberries and cream. Three and a quarter years ageing on yeast lees in bottle has built further complexity and subtle nuances of baked lemon tart, nougat and roasted hazelnuts. With a refreshing natural acidity on the finish, Jansz Tasmania Vintage Cuvée 2020 is a sparkling wine of finesse, purity and elegance.

Pairs With

Fresh oysters, seared scallops, smoked salmon canapés, soft cheeses