I rarely encounter a white with the layering and complexity of Botani — no excess acidity to undermine the attraction of the mingled aromas, just enough crispness to keep several scents detectable in turn. The first sniff was herbs and grass, then with tasting a mineral aroma went up my head — like water from iron rich earth — then there were ghosts of tannic, fallen leaf smells and a floral scent (I thought of holly blossoms). Huge body and character without being heavy or sweet.
We had it with portabellas grilled in a ginger and pepper paste marinade and a field green salad garnished with feta cheese and pomegranate seeds. It conversed beautifully with every flavor. I would drink it anytime.