2009 Sauvignon Blanc

VINTAGE
Winter rainfall was average, giving good soil moisture levels for budburst in early spring. Conditions during spring were dry with minimal frost and no disease pressures allowing for excellent vine canopy development.

WINEMAKING
The 2009 Sauvignon Blanc grapes were night picked at optimum ripeness to capture the lively herbaceous and tropical varietal characters which develop in the cool climate of Coonawarra. Anaerobic handling of the juice and the selection of appropriate yeast ensured these fresh characters were maintained in the finished wine, which was bottled early to be enjoyed as a young wine.

COLOUR
Pale straw in colour with a touch of green tinge hues.

BOUQUET
A fresh, fragrant wine displaying grassy and snow pea aromas with light tropical fruits.

PALATE
Fresh and lively aroma characters of star fruit and kiwi fruit follow through to the palate.

SUGGESTED FOOD
Enjoy with fresh grilled salmon and asparagus.

CELLARING
An outstanding wine made to drink young and fresh and will reward with careful cellaring in the medium term.

AWARDS
Rating 94:
2010 James Halliday Australian WIne Companion