2023 Fume' Blanc

Enjoy a beautifully textured Fumé Blanc that combines vibrant citrus freshness with subtle oak complexity.

Inspired by the classic Fumé Blanc style made popular in 1958, the 2023 Coward & Black Fumé Blanc is crafted by barrel ageing Sauvignon Blanc to add depth, texture, and complexity. Aged for nine months in seasoned oak barriques that have previously housed four of our vintages, the wine develops delicate warmth while retaining its bright fruit character. This elegant wine also has the structure to cellar for a further 10–15 years.

Mid straw in colour with pale green hues, this Fumé Blanc opens with aromas of pineapple, guava, lemongrass, tropical lime, and subtle nougat-style oak. Fresh lemon and lime flavours lead the palate before evolving into tropical lime, guava, and lingering ginger snap biscuit notes, finishing with a delicate smoky character that adds complexity and length.

• Barrel-aged Fumé Blanc – Sauvignon Blanc matured for nine months in seasoned oak barriques
• Cellaring potential – suitable for ageing for a further 10–15 years
• Bright fruit profile – fresh lemon, lime, tropical lime, and guava flavours
• Elegant oak influence – subtle nougat notes with added texture and warmth
• Complex finish – lingering ginger snap biscuit notes with a delicate smoky finish
• Versatile food pairing – ideal with seafood, roast chicken, creamy dishes, or enjoyed as an aperitif

Tasting Notes

Colour: Mid straw with pale green hues.

Nose: Pineapple, guava, lemongrass, tropical lime, and subtle nougat-style oak.

Palate: Refreshing and tangy with flavours of tropical lime and guava, layered with lingering ginger snap biscuit notes and a delicate smoky finish.

Awards

• Gold – 2025 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC)
• 95 Points – 2025 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC)
• Bronze – 2024 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC)