At a glance

Producer

Rook Wake

Region

Australia

Grape variety

Savagnin

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$45

Tasting profile

Notes of green apple, lemon rind, wet stone, slight nuttiness and savory herbaceousness.

Evolution: Developing complexity with hints of nuttiness, spices, and oxidative character.

At peak: Rich texture with balanced acidity, pronounced minerality, and lingering savory finish.

Structure

Acidity

High, crisp acidity typical of Savagnin

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

13.5%

Aging potential

10-15 years due to acidity and grape variety

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2029

Optimal window

2022 to 2030

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window with good aging potential remaining

Current condition

Fresh with evolving complexity

The high acidity and substantial structure of this Savagnin enable 10-15 years of aging. The 2016 vintage benefits from several years of cellar aging and will show its best expression with developed tertiary aromas around 2025-2029.

Food pairing

Pairs well with shellfish, smoked fish, aged cheese, mushroom dishes, and mildly spicy Asian cuisine.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Rook Wake employs water-conserving irrigation techniques, solar energy for winery operations, and uses lightweight packaging to reduce material usage.

The producer focuses on sustainable viticulture with efforts in energy efficiency and water conservation but lacks formal organic/biodynamic certifications. Packaging choices reduce material waste, and local supply chains minimize transportation emissions compared to imported wines.