Unico Zelo, Riverland (South Australia) Fiano 2018

Nov 14, 2023

By John McDermott

 Unico Zelo is a playful Australian winery, making fun, reasonably-priced wines from mostly traditional Italian varieties.  Their 2018 Jade & Jasper Fiano is a prime example.  In the glass, the wine is filled with aromas of yellow apple, green pear, and this enigmatic earthy-autumn leaf note.  In the mouth, the wine is bright and crunchy at first, with crisp yellow apply flavors abounding next to a touch of lemon.  A creaminess follows the fruit with a touch of phenolic bitterness.  A fun wine on its own or with food!      

Country / Region

South Australia

Appellation

Riverland

Grape Variety

Fiano

Color

White

Vintage

2018

Score

91

Price

US $ 23.00

Producer

Unico Zelo