{"product_id":"by-wilimee-heathcote-fiano","title":"By Wilimee Heathcote Fiano","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"202\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBy Wilimee Heathcote Fiano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a richly textured and characterful expression of Fiano, showcasing the variety's natural affinity with the warm climate of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHeathcote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eOriginally from the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCampania\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e region of southern Italy, Fiano thrives in Mediterranean conditions, making it ideally suited to Heathcote's warm days and cool nights. Crafted in a style inspired by fine Chardonnay, this wine places emphasis on texture, complexity and vineyard expression rather than overt fruitiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eHand-picked fruit is whole-bunch pressed directly into seasoned French oak barriques for wild fermentation before maturing on full gross lees for six months. The wine undergoes complete malolactic fermentation and is bottled with minimal intervention, using only a small addition of sulphur, without fining and with only light filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eThe bouquet reveals aromas of ripe pear, preserved lemon, citrus rind and subtle roasted nuts, complemented by delicate saline mineral notes. The palate is generous and textural, offering layers of orchard fruit, savoury complexity and a distinctive waxy mouthfeel balanced by vibrant acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1432\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eLong, focused and beautifully structured, the finish is both refreshing and persistent. A compelling, food-friendly Fiano that combines richness, texture and freshness while highlighting the exciting future of Mediterranean varieties in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wilimee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539604021505,"sku":"21354","price":34.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0120\/7441\/8235\/files\/DSCF0161_1.jpg?v=1783997365","url":"https:\/\/www.purviscellars.com.au\/products\/by-wilimee-heathcote-fiano","provider":"Purvis Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}