Vergence Red 2021

The palate is elegantly structured, with simmering tension. Generously laden fruit weight is contrasted against ripe developed tannins and an underlying phenolic drive. The mouthfeel is rich and full bodied, with a prolonged and rewarding finish. While displaying classic Pinosity, this wine has been crafted to offer added depth, vigour, and a touch of brawn.

Vergence is all about looking beyond tradition, and our Mark II is certainly that. After careful consideration, we decided upon a red blend from our 2021 vintage, comprising principally of Pinot Noir, but also including a portion of Cabernet Sauvignon (approximately 15%) that was aged on skins. The Pinot Noir was fermented naturally in tank (including approximately one third whole bunch), before being transferred to French oak barriques, where it matured for approximately 12mths. The Cabernet Sauvignon was also naturally fermented, but this time in barrel using hand destemmed whole berries, and then pressed off after approximately 200 days. Both varieties were then blended prior to bottling.

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