Eldorado Road Wines Victoria Dreamfields Fiano 2022 - 12 Bottles

Winery Overview

Eldorado Road is a small family owned winery based in north east Victoria. They focus on handcrafted wines that show off the character of their vineyards and the varieties they love to work with. The Dreamfields range highlights their interest in Italian styles that suit the local climate, with Fiano being one of their standout whites.

Region and Vintage Conditions

The 2022 vintage in Victoria offered a gentle growing season with steady ripening and good natural acidity. Fiano handled the conditions very well, giving fruit with bright flavour, clean aromatics and a lovely balance between freshness and richness. It was a season that allowed this variety to shine without rushing or overripening.

Source

The fruit for the Dreamfields Fiano is picked from carefully managed Victorian vineyards that suit Mediterranean varieties. These sites help retain freshness while encouraging the subtle texture and weight that Fiano is known for. The focus is on small scale viticulture and quality fruit selection.

Winemaking

The winemaking is kept simple and thoughtful. The grapes were gently pressed and fermented with wild yeasts to bring out natural character. Maturation took place in seasoned French oak on lees for around ten months, adding a soft nutty layer and extra texture while keeping the wine bright and lively.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Pale straw with a touch of green at the edge.
Aroma: Light peach, white blossom and a hint of pear, lifted by a little lemon zest.
Palate: Fresh and textural with stone fruit and citrus flavours supported by gentle savoury notes from the lees work. The acidity is fine and balanced, giving the wine a clean, elegant shape.
Finish: Crisp and lingering with subtle fruit and a soft nutty twist.

Key Characteristics

• A modern Victorian take on Fiano with freshness and texture.
  

• Soft stone fruit and citrus notes balanced by gentle savoury complexity.
  

• Medium bodied, elegant and easy to enjoy.
  
  

Food Pairing

This Fiano suits a wide range of dishes. It works especially well with grilled fish, lemon and herb chicken, creamy vegetable pasta or lighter seafood plates. It is also a lovely match for mild cheeses or a relaxed evening meal where you want something flavourful but not heavy.