Description
The 2012 growing season in the south west of Western Australia was favourable for the production of great wine. After a winter of sufficient rain, the spring to autumn period was continuously warm to hot, dry and characterised by less than average summer precipitation or humidity. An added bonus to the benign harvest conditions was the explosion of native blossom which sated the otherwise grape-loving, resident bird populations. The resulting white wines show an abundant and bold array of varietal expressions which are layered and pure. This wine showcases a unique combination of the aromatic white grapes grown in the premium, southern regions of Western Australia. Mount Barker Sauvignon Blanc, pungent, grassy, limey fruits and refined acidity: Pemberton Sauvignon Blanc, sweet herbs and stone fruits, while Margaret RiverÛªs Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon contribute fruit weight and classic varietal characters of citrus, tropical, passionfruit.å Night harvest at low temperatures, immediate processing at the winery, gentle handling, and cool fermentation all contribute to the retained fruit freshness and varietal aromatics. A small component fermented in older oak textures the palate.
