Nose
This is a punchy combination of floral aromatics with passionfruit nectar, guava and crushed
lime. Classic aromatics are supported by flinty scents from the barrel ferment and a subtle
musk.
Palate
The 2015 vintage had high natural acidity levels which maintained the fresh, zesty palate,
passionfruit carrying through. In the mouth this wine has a delicious silky texture, showing
great depth and weight. The acid is in perfect balance with the fruit, supporting the flavours
and delivering it acrossthe palate, both tight and full.
Growing Conditions
The Margaret River Vintage 2015 will be remembered for its concentrated flavours in white
wines and delicate fruit forward red wines. With very low crop levels and a severe lack of
marri and karri blossom which resulted in ravenous marauding birds hungry to eat grapes. All
of our white grapes were harvested and safely in the winery by the 7th of March. Flavours
were bright and fresh with natural acidity high and in good balance. Once again the weather
gods were on our side for a classic Margaret River vintage.
Winemaking
All the individual vineyards that contributed to this Sauvignon Blanc were vinified separately.
One third of every batch was barrel fermented in a combination of new and older oak and
the balance was tank fermented. Barrel ferment temperature was controlled at several
degrees higher than the tank components and the lees were stirred regularly in both tank
and barrel fortwo months prior to blending, fining and filtration.
Appearance
Pale straw in colour, bright with a green hue.
Food Pairing
A fragrantred duck curry with pineapple and lychees.
