Nose
A deliciously zesty and herbaceous bouquet displaying lifted aromas
of tropical fruit and lime.
Palate
Intense flavours of citrus, pear and nectarine fill the palate, and
carry through to a lovely lingering finish. Complexity and texture
are enhanced by the partial barrel ferment.
Winemaking
Excellent growing conditions during the 2010 vintage resulted in
good tonnage and full expression of regional and varietal fruit
flavours. The Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes were separately
crushed, pressed, chilled and settled to produce a perfectly clear
juice. A long, cool ferment followed, with extended lees contact and
stirring in tank to increase texture and enhance the fresh fruit
characters. Approximately 88% of the blend was fermented in tank,
with the remaining 12% fermented in new and second year French
oak for enhanced complexity and texture.
Appearance
Pale straw-green.
Food Pairing
A beautiful wine on its own, or the perfect match for seafood,
chicken, and salad dishes.
