At a glance

Producer

Dune Summit

Region

Australia

Grape variety

Greco

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

Low to moderate

Tasting profile

Developed notes of honey, nuts, and dried stone fruits with diminished fresh citrus character.

Evolution: Fruit-forward character likely diminished, evolving into tertiary flavors with richer texture.

At peak: At peak, expected fresh citrus, stone fruit, herbal nuances and balanced acidity.

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to medium-high, helping some aging

Tannins

Low (white wine)

Alcohol

Moderate (12-13%)

Aging potential

Moderate, typically 8-12 years for dry whites

Drinking window

Peak drinking

1996 to 2003

Optimal window

1995 to 2005

Current status

Past optimal drinking window but potentially still drinkable

Current condition

Wine may have developed tertiary flavors; recommend cautious tasting before consumption

Typical dry white wines from Australia and lesser-known Greco varieties generally show best in first decade post-vintage with possible extension to 12 years. 1993 being over 30 years old, the wine is well past typical peak but may still offer interesting mature tertiary notes.

Food pairing

Pairs well with seafood, light poultry, creamy cheeses, and dishes with herbs and citrus.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 4/10

Standard conventional viticulture typical of early 1990s production; no specific sustainability programs documented.

Dune Summit's 1993 Greco reflects conventional vineyard management practices of its era with no available evidence of sustainability certifications or advanced environmental practices. Carbon footprint is typical for imported Australian wines, reliant on ocean freight and air transport for some markets.