2024 Fi Fi Fiano, S.C. Pannell, McLaren Vale, SA
$35.00
8 out of 10 CORKSCREWS
The Wined Up Review – Fiano will take over Aussie white wines
The 2024 Fi Fi Fiano from S.C. Pannell (McLaren Vale, SA) is an aromatic and refreshing white wine, praised for its balance and complexity. Fiano, originally from Southern Italy (Campania and Sicily), thrives in warm climates, producing wines well-suited for hot weather.
This particular Fiano has a floral and tropical fruit-driven nose, with notes of guava, green papaya, and white flowers. On the palate, it offers bright acidity, a rounded texture, and a ripe fruit character, making it a fantastic alternative to Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc. Unlike New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, which can have overpowering grassy notes, this Fiano leans more toward tropical and citrus elements, with a hint of lemongrass.
Described as an ideal summer wine, it is both refreshing and full-bodied, with a textural richness. The Wined Up Podcast gives it a solid 8/10, highlighting its drinkability and quality.
Refreshing Fiano!
Prior to starting The Wined Up Podcast, the boys had never heard of Fiano. However after trying this 2024 S.C. Pannell Fiano they wished they’d tried it earlier.
About S.C. Pannell
In 2004, Stephen and Fiona Pannell established S.C. Pannell. It celebrated their adopted region of McLaren Vale. Stephen had gained experience as Chief Red Winemaker at BRL Hardy. S.C. Pannell honors McLaren Vale’s traditional styles while exploring the region’s Mediterranean climate and ancient geology. This has led to the production of signature wines like Grenache, Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional and others. S.C. Pannell wines reflect McLaren Vale’s climate and is intended to be shared with food and loved ones.
Flavour
Guava and green papaya followed by white currant, quince and nectarine. Elderflower plays with Kaffir lime, lanolin and lemongrass roll into view, and lime delivers the knockout blow.
Texture
Crisp refreshment, crunchy and satisfying. The drive of acidity marries with the phenolics on the finish, giving length and extended pleasure
Food Pairing
Such a rarity in our part of the world; a white wine from a warm region that’s worth drinking. Serve with Fiona’s favourite summer dish, Blue Swimmer Crab Linguine, or try alongside the freekeh, feta and pomegranate salad in Rumi by Joseph Aboud
| Varietal | Fiano |
|---|---|
| Region | McLaren Vale |
| Country | Australia |
| Corkscrew Rating | 8 out of 10 |
