Castagna Aqua Santa is a rare and captivating sweet wine from biodynamic Castagna Vineyard in Beechworth, Victoria. Crafted from botrytised Viognier grapes and aged through an evolving solera, it displays vibrant aromas of dried fruit, citrus peel, quince and apricot, layered with honey and subtle walnut notes. The palate is rich yet lively, with a balanced sweetness underpinned by bright, saline‑fresh energy, leading to a long, elegant finish. Generous but refined, it pairs beautifully with rich cheeses or fruit-based desserts, offering a truly distinctive expression of the variety.
“Light amber pink in color, this wine smells of dried mangos, candied orange peel, and vanilla sherry. In the mouth it is bright and delicious with dried tropical fruits, candied oranges and candied pineapple, and then all at once, a deep, rumbling vanilla coffee flavor that resonates for minutes in the finish.” Alder Yarrow Vinography
“This sweet Viognier with 100g/l residual sugar is a non-vintage blend of five vintages of picked then dried grapes – A deep orange/light amber hue, it looks liked vinified marmalade and has more than a little bitter sweet orange to nose and palate; dried apricots too. Though it’s a little buttery, it’s naughty and nice with the structural rectitude to keep this wine in line – a long nutty spine and impressive freshness. Perfectly lovely.” Sarah Ahmed, The Wine Detective
“To call this a dessert wine doesn't do justice to the complexity of a profound, lighter weight style that is built around a touch of noble bitterness and a long, ethereal finish. Botrytised viognier aged across an extensive solera, delivering notes of walnuts, quince paste, green olive brine, dates, cloves and orange peel. A fantastic wine of profound depth, scintillating length and complexity, bringing one back for more. Much more! Drink or hold.” Ned Goodwin MW
