Description
The 1993 De Bortoli Rare Dry Botrytis Semillon from the Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia, is a highly sought-after Dessert – Lush and Balanced style wine. Produced by the iconic De Bortoli Wines, this vintage reflects the region’s exceptional capacity for cultivating “noble rot” (Botrytis cinerea), which concentrates sugars and flavours to make complex sweet wines.
Key Statistics & Information
- Producer: De Bortoli Wines
- Region: Riverina, New South Wales, Australia
- Grape Variety: 100% Sémillon
- Wine Type: Sweet White / Dessert Wine.
- Food Pairing: Ideally matched with fruit-based desserts, blue cheeses, or foie gras.
Historical & Collectible Context
- The Botrytis Process: This natural sweet wine style relies on specific humid conditions that allow the Botrytis cinerea fungus to safely shrivel the grapes. This concentrates the natural sugars, leaving vibrant acidity to keep the profile balanced rather than cloying.
- Vintage Longevity: Top-tier sweet wines from the 1993 Australian vintage generally boast incredible longevity. When stored properly in cool, dark cellar conditions, they transition into deep amber hues with rich notes of dried apricot, honey, and marmalade.
