Nose
The nose is lifted and fragrant with floral overtones, showing an interplay of citrus and stone
fruits, cape gooseberries, lemongrass, straw and a hint of oak spice.
Palate
Beautifully textured and rounded in the mouth with impressive palate weight and generosity
of flavour, showing a creamy richness. Flavours of pink grapefruit, lemon/lemongrass, a
touch of tropical fruits, pea pod, dried herbs and invisible oak are reined in by a fine and long
mineral/citrus finish.
Growing Conditions
The warm spring and summer (with no extremes in temperature) meant that the canopies
were in incredibly good condition at harvest. The lead up to picking saw warm days and
nights with no rain. The white varieties ripened quickly and evenly. The more southern
sourcing of the fruit, with cooler conditions, meant the natural acidity and varietal character
of the grapes was retained. There was no disease pressure in this year.
Winemaking
Each vineyard that contributes to the Semillon Sauvignon Blanc is vinified separately. About
20% of the fruit is barrel fermented in a combination of new and older oak, with the balance
tank fermented. Barrel ferment temperature is controlled at several degrees higher that the
tank components and the lees are stirred regularly. This adds texture and complexity to the
wine. Bottling occurs in October of the vintage year, in time for a summer release.
Appearance
Pale straw green, clear and bright
Food Pairing
Simply dressed fresh crab, crudités and char‐grilled squid.
