2002 Sauvignon Blanc
VINTAGE
The 2002 growing season was the coolest ever recorded in the Hills however, thankfully, Autumn was near average warmth and this saved the day. The harvest of Sauvignon blanc was our latest ever on April 15th and 20th. The grapes from each of our vineyards were were ripe, dry and full of flavour, with high acid levels and intense fruit. Crop levels were low at 2 kg per vine ensuring concentration of flavour.
TASTING NOTES
Aroma: Intense gooseberry and tropical fruit nose with a hint of cut grass. Fragrant yet powerful.
Colour: Pale straw with a light green tinge.
Palate: Intensely flavoured with the fruit elements apparent on the nose carrying through to the palate. Ripe fruit with richness on the middle palate and a soft lingering finish.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Region: Lenswood, Adelaide Hills
Variety: 100% Sauvignon blanc
Oak Maturation: None
pH: 3.30 |
Alcohol: 13.8% |
TA: 8.0 g/L
Winemaking: Crush, destem, gently air bag press. Clear settle juice and cold ferment to dryness. Our approach is to retain the fresh aromatics of the fruit and not to generate any harsh extractives which produce coarsness on the palate.
Cellaring: At the peak of its youthful vibrance in the first two years but, following the pattern of previous vintages, will develop the mineral character of classically aged Sauvignon over a decade or so.
Food Suggestion: Ideal with seafood but can be enjoyed with a wide range of foods or on its own.
Serving Suggestion: Cool to cold. Best between 5 and 10°C.
Closure: This is the first time we have sealed our Sauvignon with a screw cap.This decision is aimed to retain the fruit intensity, cleanness and freshness of the wine as well as enhancing the ageability.