Small Batch Vermentino
Vintage
2016
In Stock
Aromatics of flint, lemon curd, honeydew and nettle-like florals prevail. Complex and mouth coating with impressive depth, fresh flavours of lychee and citrus are enhanced by bright acidity. The texture is rich and lush with hints of subtle toasted oak on the finish.
COMPOSITION:
Varietal
Vermentino
REGION:
Region
McLaren Vale
CELLARING:
Will drink best in its first two years
FOOD PAIR:
Food Pairing Notes
Crispy sardines with lemon and mint served with a radicchio and rocket salad
- VINEYARD INFORMATION
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Vineyard NotesLocated at the southern end of McLaren Vale, about 4km east of the coastal town of Port Willunga, the soil here is heavy grey loam mixed with black Biscay clay and sits above ancient Gnaltinga formation bedrock. Strong vine growth in spring is tempered by summers dry winds, developing pure, bright and savoury fruit flavours that are tempered by cooling afternoon sea breezes. VINE AGE: 10 years ELEVATION: 25m above sea level SOIL TYPE: Black Biscay Clay
- WINEMAKING & TECH INFORMATION
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Winemaker NotesThe Vermentino grapes are harvested in two stages; the first to achieve optimum acidity and pure, bright fruit flavours, and the second three weeks later to achieve richer, deeper and more complex fruit flavours. A wild, cool ferment follows, with 5% barrel fermentation in 2-year old French Oak adding roundness, texture and a complete structure. Once ferment is complete, the wine is stabilised and filtered before being bottled. HARVEST DATE: 15 February, 10 March 2016 MATURATION: 95% stainless steel, 5% 2-year old French oak ALCOHOL (Alc/Vol): 12.5% RS: 1.0G/L pH: 3.1 TA: 6.2 g/L