R340 · 750 ml
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Viticulture
Vine age: 16 years
Density: 4800 vines per hectare
Yield: 9 tons per hectare
Soil: Well-drained and lightly-structured Clovelly and Avalon
A low canopy allowed optimal sunlight penetration. Minimal irrigation was used.
Vinification
Grapes were picked at 21.5°B and whole-bunch pressed to 1.4 bars of pressure. The juice was left to settle for two days and racked to barrel. Using 100% wild yeast, fermentation occurred over an 18-day period. The wine spent 8 months on the lees in 30% new French oak and 70% second and third fill barrels.
Analysis
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Alcohol |
13.0% |
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Total Acidity |
6.00 g/l |
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Residual Sugar |
1.7 g/l |
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pH |
3.35 |
Winemaker's Comments
Light yellow and green tint. Zesty citrus, spicy oak undertone, with some brioche influence. Ripe yellow apple and quinch nuances coated by oak creaminess, carries all elements for further integration. Drink now or keep for next 3-5 years.
Food Pairing Suggestion
Pairs beautifully with lobster, crayfish, roast chicken, pork belly, creamy mushroom risotto, rich seafood dishes and mature hard cheeses.
