Wild Duck Creek White Duck 2025 is a textural, aromatic white from Heathcote — a four-way Rhône Valley blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc, and Viognier, fermented and matured for six months in large 2000L French oak foudre and puncheons on full yeast lees. Honeysuckle, acacia, citrus, sweet apple, and apricot on the nose; concentrated yet taut on the palate with a waxy texture, almond, and spice; finishing ripe and mighty tasty. 92 Points, Jeni Port, Halliday’s Wine Companion 2025.
Appearance
Pale yellow with golden hues — the fresh, luminous colour of a Heathcote Rhône white blend matured for six months on full yeast lees in 2000L French oak foudre and puncheons, with the texture and depth that extended lees contact and large-format oak deliver.
Aroma
Honeysuckle, acacia, citrus, sweet apple, and apricot gather and meld beautifully — the expressive, aromatic bouquet of a four-way blend where Roussanne brings earthiness and roundness, Marsanne adds structure and longevity, Grenache Blanc contributes freshness and weight, and Viognier fills the palate with stone fruit lift and texture.
Palate
Nicely concentrated yet taut — waxy in texture, with added almond and spice notes from six months on full yeast lees in large French oak. Finishes ripe and mighty tasty, with the natural acidity and textural complexity that Rhône Valley white varieties grown in Heathcote consistently deliver at their finest.
Pairs With
Roast chicken, grilled fish, scallops, soft cheeses, mushroom risotto, and rich white meat dishes — the waxy texture, stone fruit depth, and natural acidity make Wild Duck Creek White Duck a deeply versatile and satisfying partner for the table. Serve well chilled or slightly below room temperature to appreciate the full texture.
Reviews
“Rhône Valley white grape varieties are a natural fit in Heathcote, none better than a four-way blend that brings qualities from each grape to the table. Honeysuckle, acacia, citrus, sweet apple and apricot gather and meld beautifully. The palate is built on a nicely concentrated yet taut base, waxy in texture, with added almond and spice notes. Finishes ripe and mighty tasty.”
92 Points — Jeni Port, Halliday’s Wine Companion, 24 October 2025
