Very light straw-green hue and an intense herbal, lemon, cedar and snowpea aroma. A smidge of oak, well used. The palate is quite intense and has some concentration, which is rare in this category. The palate is balanced, with lively acidity balanced by good flavour which persists. Firm finish. (60/40 blend)25 SEP 2017
60% Semillon, 40% Sauvignon Blanc. Somewhat reduced production in 2017 vintage. Hand-picked and 30% barrel matured for 6 weeks in French oak (100% new) the wine is pale straw, brilliantly bright with a slight lemon tinge.
Aromatics reveal fresh nettle and ripe tropical fruits. Lightly toasted oak adds an extra dimension and depth. A focused wine that displays citrus, grassy and subtle lime zest flavours.
Deftly selected and handled oak provides vigour and complexity. Refreshing tangy acidity brings life to the finish.
This wine is ready for immediate drinking, however has the structure to evolve slowly over the next 7 years.