Description
Vintage 2022/23
The 2023 vintage required patience. After a typical Barossa winter in 2022 of average rainfall and temperatures, the arrival of Spring brought above average rainfall and record-breaking low temperatures, which led to significant delays in shoot growth and bud burst. The entire growing season proved mild and temperate, resulting in a long slow ripening season with remarkable acid retention in the grapes. The hallmark of 2023 is an abundance of intense aromatics, matched with a rich spectrum of flavours and fine natural acidity that extends across the board… All hallmarks of an exceptional vintage.
Winemaking
2 parcels of fruit were hand-picked 8 days apart: the first targeting lift and brightness, the second targeting depth and structure. Small batch open fermentation, 10-12 days on skins with gentle hand plunging. We included some whole bunches during ferment chasing lifted aromatics and complex structure. Basket pressed to seasoned French oak. Malolactic fermentation occurred in barrel. 14 months barrel maturation.
Tasting Notes
The wine opens with lifted aromatics of raspberry, blackberry, violet florals and black pepper spice. The palate is vibrant and expressive, all about primary fruit. There is a `mineralic` feel that runs the length of the palate with the wine showing great poise and balance.
ALC 14.4 %
Vegan Friendly
Winemaker: Jack Scholz
