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Description
The 2022 Ruggabellus Sallio is a masterclass in a bottle for anyone keen to explore the fascinating world of skin contact white wines. Crafted by Abel Gibson, one of Australia’s most respected producers of amber wines, this blend of Riesling, Muscat, and Semillon strikes the perfect balance between complexity and pure drinkability.
The 2022 offering a beautifully judged blend of Riesling (52%), Muscat (40%), and Semillon (8%). These grapes hail from incredibly old vines, with some believed to date back to the 1850s—lending a rich heritage to this benchmark Barossan wine.
This vintage is particularly special, made up of three different years: 46% from 2019, 30% from 2021, and 24% from 2022, with a notably higher portion of Muscat. And you can taste it. The wine is bursting with aromatic intensity, delivering a beautiful balance between succulent fruit and savoury, nutty complexity. The few days of skin contact give it that signature texture without weighing it down, making it both refreshing and deeply interesting.
Expect layers of bright citrus, green apple, a hint of curry powder, and spicy ginger, all carried on a wave of crisp acidity. It’s complex but oh-so-drinkable, with a powdery, almost tactile mouthfeel that keeps you coming back for more. Mike Bennie awarded it a glowing 96 points, calling it "succulent, refreshing, spicy," and genuinely world-class in its style.
Sallio is the perfect companion for those looking to dive into the world of orange wines or just wanting a fresh, textural white that delivers on all fronts. Extremely limited - get in quick, this won't last long.
96 points
"So if you want to look at the most considered and best orange wines in the country, well, here you go... This is outstanding in its idiom. Succulent, refreshing. Spicy. Savoury. Nuts and ginger and curry powder and green apple. Refreshing and textural, indeed, powdery in its feel with juiciness and crispness too. Bright fruit, so much savouriness. It feels so well balanced in its elements yet doesn’t shy away from its skin contact largess and nutty, dusty elements too. Superb, with drinkability high, interest through the roof. Just so damn good. You’d put this up against the world greats of the oeuvre and not feel shy. I love drinking it."
- Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)
Customer Reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 2 Total 4 star reviews: 0 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
2 reviews
- JFJ F.Verified BuyerWine Knowledge Level Enthusiast5 years agoWine Knowledge Level EnthusiastReviewing2017 Ruggabellus SallioRated 5 out of 5 starsAn Exceptional Wine
This is the second time I have had this wine, and it is truly exceptional. It's a standout among the Australian skin-contacts I've tried to date, elegant, balanced, but still wild and intriguing. Highly recommended.
- BTBryn T.Verified BuyerWine Knowledge Level Cork Dork5 years agoWine Knowledge Level Cork DorkReviewing2017 Ruggabellus SallioRated 5 out of 5 starsSpectacular
One of the best value wines I’ve tried this year. Complex, delicate, delicious. A true wine lovers wine. Such deliciousness and interest. And that nose!
| Price Bracket | $51 to $100 |
| Type | Amber |
| Body | Full Bodied |
| Variety | Riesling |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | Barossa Valley |
| Australian State | SA |
| Feature |
Cult Natural/Lo-Fi High Score |
| Reviewed By |
The Wine Front |
| Critic Score |
96 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Closure | Cork |
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