Silkman Hunter Valley Semillon 2023 750ml

"A beautifully fresh Hunter Valley Semillon with lively citrus, delicate florals and a crisp finish."

Silkman Hunter Valley Semillon 2023 is a fantastic example of why the Hunter Valley is famous for this variety. Bright, refreshing and full of citrus character, it's a wine that delivers plenty of flavour without being heavy.

There's lemon, lime and green apple, a lovely mineral edge and that mouthwatering acidity that makes good Hunter Semillon so enjoyable. If you usually reach for Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling, give this one a try. It's a great alternative, particularly if you enjoy a dry white with freshness and a bit of character.

The 2023 vintage also picked up an impressive 96 points in the Halliday Wine Companion, making this a particularly good value Hunter Valley Semillon.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh lemon zest, lime leaf and grapefruit, with delicate floral notes and a hint of freshly cut grass.

Palate: Bright citrus and crisp green apple, with lively acidity and a subtle mineral character. There's a little texture through the middle that gives the wine more depth than you might expect from such a light, refreshing style.

Finish: Long, clean and zesty, with lingering lemon, lime and a fine mineral edge.

Halliday Wine Companion - 96 Points

A blend of Brokenback, Blackberry and Murphy Vineyards (40/40/20%). The wine has some post-ferment lees maturation, adding texture and weight to the palate. There is a lot going on in this delicious wine: lemon zest, grapefruit, lime leaf and a little freshly cut grass. The palate is zippy and intense, with fabulous shape from the interplay between the acidity and phenolics. It is a joyous, well-balanced wine with great drive. Simply fabulous for the price. Toni Paterson

Serving Suggestions

Hunter Valley Semillon and seafood are a combination that's hard to beat.

Try this with freshly shucked oysters, grilled prawns, calamari or a good piece of grilled fish with lemon. It's also excellent with sashimi, fresh goat's cheese and lighter chicken dishes.

A particularly good choice when you're after something refreshing to enjoy with a seafood lunch.

About The Winery

Silkman Wines was established in 2013 by Liz and Shaun Silkman, who have quickly built a reputation for producing some of the Hunter Valley's most impressive small batch wines.

Liz Silkman is one of Australia's most highly regarded winemakers and was named the 2025 Halliday Wine Companion Winemaker of the Year, becoming the first Hunter Valley winemaker to receive the award.

The Hunter Valley has a long history of producing exceptional Semillon. Unlike richer white wine styles, young Hunter Semillon is celebrated for its bright citrus flavours, naturally low alcohol and crisp acidity.

What makes the variety particularly interesting is how it changes with age, gradually developing richer toasted, honeyed and nutty characters while retaining its freshness.

Silkman's 2023 Semillon captures that traditional Hunter character beautifully, with impressive purity, concentration and balance.

Cellaring Potential

This is a wine you can enjoy two very different ways.

Drink it now for its lively lemon and lime flavours, delicate floral aromas and refreshing acidity. Alternatively, put a few bottles away and watch it develop.

With careful cellaring, the 2023 vintage should continue evolving through to approximately 2033 and potentially beyond, developing more complex toasted, honeyed and savoury notes.

Details

Producer: Silkman Wines
Vintage: 2023
Variety: Semillon
Region: Hunter Valley, New South Wales
Country: Australia
Bottle Size: 750ml
ABV: 11%
Wine Body: Light Bodied
Wine Sweetness: Dry
Wine Style: Crisp, Citrusy & Mineral Australian White Wine
Halliday Rating: 96 Points, Toni Paterson