Nose
Delicate, fresh, clean, vibrant nose of gooseberry, thistle, cut grass and
fresh tropical fruits. A touch of zesty lemon/lime curd and the subtle
suggestion of oak spice adds an extra depth of intricacy.
Palate
With luscious gooseberry, lychee, melon fruit flavours and a slight
lemon twist, the palate has a fresh clean structure, voluptuous tropical
fruit weight and finishes with great length, persistence and finesse.
Growing Conditions
The 2015/16 growing season was characterised by moderate rainfall in
winter with mild/warm conditions followed by a dry and warm spring.
Vine growth was rapid throughout the season and most phenological
markers were reached ahead of expectations due to warm temperatures
and a dry soil profile. Summer was typically warm/hot with
consistently cool night-time temperatures and a major rainfall event
mid-January around veraison.
Winemaking
The estate grown fruit is harvested separately during the cool of the
night to maintain delicate fruit characters. Each variety had a few
hours skin contact and fermented under cool temperatures to preserve
the aromatic intensity. A small portion was barrel fermented to add
further structure, dimension, and complexity to the wine. The wine is
blended and bottled early in its life to further retain its freshness and
varietal character.
Appearance
The colour is a pale straw with green hues and brilliant clarity.
