Pinot Gris was harvested from a small planting perched upon the prized red soils of the Heathcote Mt Camel range. A single batch was fermented to dryness then bottled to drink whilst young, fresh & vibrant.

Method

Harvested from a small planting perched upon the prized red soils of the Heathcote Mt Camel range. A single batch was fermented to dryness, then bottled fresh – ready in time for spring.

Results

Our warm climate influence produces juicy stone fruit flavours in Pinot Gris. The wine is dry with light spice, calm acidity, and a zingy, fresh finish.

Conclusion

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Vintage 2021

Region Heathcote
Sub-region Northern Heathcote
Fruit Pinot Gris (single vineyard)

Harvest Machine

Winery notes Gentle press, slow ferment using selected yeast at 15˚C over 3 weeks. Cold settled and racked off gross lees. Maturation on light lees in stainless steel

Palate Dry & fruity. Pear, honeysuckle, lemon zest

Alcohol 12.2%

Winemaker Glen James