Italianality, New Australian Pavilion Installation
2010 Di Stasio Chardonnay
The aromas highlight an elegant yet complex chardonnay. Citrus fruits, nectarine and light mineral characters are integrated with beautifully balanced French oak. The palate combines concentration and depth with elegance and finesse. Flavours are layered and textural, and the finish shows the length and fresh acidity that is a hallmark of this lovely vineyard. Medium term cellaring will reward.
2011 Di Stasio Rosato
From Cold Stream Yarra Valley fruit this is a seriously good rosé. It’s savoury, almost meaty without a hint of sweetness or overblown fruit. I love its colour, almost orange, which reminds me of rosés I had in Languedoc-Roussillon. So far the only Australian rosé that made me sit up and take notice was Castagna’s Allegro; now there is another one. When you’re next eating at Di Stasio’s in Melbourne make sure you try this wine.
Franz Scheurer, Australian Gourmet Pages
2010 Di Stasio Pinor Noir
Bright and vibrant in the glass with intense aromas of dark cherry, plum and spice. The palate is medium bodied in style with beautiful balance and acid structure. Much like the Chardonnay this wine combines elegance with concentration. On the finish the tannins are soft with just enough grip. Medium term cellaring will see this wine develop more complexity.
Exhibition
New Australian Pavilion
Di Stasio Ideas Competition
28 June – 3 August 2008
Heide Museum of Modern Art
7 Templestowe Road, Bulleen
For more information visit:
www.heide.com.au