Description
Aromas of juicy gooseberry and ripe citrus are shaped by an underlying spice of delicate French oak. The palate is rich and juicy, driven by a beautifully crisp acidity that is the signature of the Waihopai Valley.
Certifications
Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
2.05 g/l residual sugar
7.03 g/l acidity
3.03 pH
Vineyard
Vine density: 2500
Vinification
A great growing season allowed the fruit to reach desired ripeness prior to harvest. Picked early in the morning, the grapes were quickly carted to the winery and pressed immediately. Clarification allowed the fresh juice to be inoculated with selected yeasts chosen to enhance the flavours seen earlier in the ripe grapes. Cool fermentation was followed by 3 months of aging on lees to add richness and concentration. Careful use of French oak adds subtle layers of complexity.
Maturation
2-3 months on lees in french oak
Months in bottle: 3
Bottling
Closure: Screw top