The 2021 Castagna Growers Selection Roussanne, crafted by Julian Castagna in Beechworth, Victoria, is a finely wrought white with Rhône-inspired depth and detail. Aromas of preserved lemon, acacia, and toasted hazelnut give way to a palate layered with yellow stone fruit, wild honey, and subtle spice. Texturally rich yet finely structured, it carries a savoury, gently waxy weight balanced by vibrant acidity and a stony mineral thread. Wild fermentation and minimal intervention highlight the variety’s natural complexity. While formal scores are pending, this is an articulate and quietly powerful expression of Roussanne – meditative, food-friendly, and beautifully suited to cellaring.