Aroma
Guava, gun flint and lime blossom are elegantly framed by restrained use of oak.
Maturation
10 months on full lees with monthly battonage until completion of malo, followed by 2 months, on fine lees, in stainless steel tank.
Palate
There is wonderful weight to the palate - it is a voluptuous wine with marvellous shape and brilliant focus. Long, intricate, sophisticated and somewhat serious. However serious it may be - it is also alluring and flirtatious.
Vinification
100% wild yeast, high solid fermentation. 100% barrel fermentation, 15% new French oak - medium toast.
Vintage Notes
A dry start to the season followed by a wetter than normal November. A welcome change to early Summer and Autumn where we experienced drier and warmer months (December - April). Minor rain events ensured canopies stayed 'refreshed' before a trouble-free harvest period. A generous season producing wines of volume and precision.