Sidewood Mappinga Fumé Blanc 2022 from Sidewood in the Adelaide Hills is a complex, barrel-fermented white with serious flavour, shape and polish. This Mappinga Fumé Blanc 2022 opens with steely, gunflint and kaffir lime aromatics, then moves into lemon curd, lychee, fresh citrus, green capsicum and parsley, all wrapped in a full-bodied, creamy palate with layered oak complexity and a long finish. It’s a richly built Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc with more depth and swagger than the standard crisp style.

It’s brilliant with roast chicken, grilled salmon, seafood risotto and buttery shellfish, where the citrus, texture and savoury oak can all play their part. It also works with goat’s cheese, asparagus, herby chicken dishes and even richer vegetarian plates, especially if you want something that feels both fresh and substantial. Serve Sidewood Mappinga Fumé Blanc 2022 lightly chilled for long lunches or a smarter dinner, and it’ll bring plenty of complexity to the table.

The Mappinga range sits at the premium end of Sidewood’s cool-climate lineup, and this wine has already attracted strong critical attention and medals. The 2022 release looks like one for Sauvignon Blanc drinkers who want a more serious, textured expression with real cellar-door appeal. If you’re after an Adelaide Hills white with depth, finesse and a bit of flair, this is a standout choice.