Sémillon has a very long history in Australia but is best known for its roots in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales. When dreaming up names for their skin fermented Séms, the Konpira Maru boys literally thought the wines were out of this world, hence the names of fleet commanders Admiral Ackbar (Star Wars) and Admiral Adama (Battlestar Galactica). Admiral Ackbar is from the planet Mon Cala and commands the Mon Calamari fleet…get the tie in to high acid, drinkable, but textural Sémillon? ???? The vineyard source is the Quarry Ridge Vineyard in Kilmore, Victoria, located east the Macedon Ranges of west of Upper Goulburn. This was the last year with Rusty at the helm of Quarry Ridge, so the pressure was on to send him out with a bang. Rusty shocks Sam and Al every year, learning from each passing season, adapting and working with the fruit rather than telling it what he wants it to do. This year’s quality is a true testament to Rusty’s skills and knowledge of the site. To top it off, Sam and Al think the 2021 is the best release since 2016. Pressure relieved, goal kicked, cheers Rusty.