Description
The Name
McLaren Vale is located near some of the
best beaches in Australia. This coastal region
provides locals with gnarly surf breaks, and a
maritime climate perfect for growing Fiano.
Much like the energetic coastline, one sip of
this refreshing wine will have your neurons
surfing sensorial, synaptic brainwaves.
The Vintage
Early winter was wet, but late winter and
spring were dry. Budburst was early, but
mild weather delayed flowering. Late
spring and early summer rain filled the soil
profile for the first time in summer. High
disease and vine vigor required significant
attention. Warm, dry conditions in January
and February favoured quality. Whites show
high quality with good acidity. McLaren
Vale Chardonnay, Riesling, and Sauvignon
Blanc were harvested before the March
heatwave, while other whites and reds
benefited from it. Most premium Shiraz and
Cabernet Sauvignon were harvested before
the heatwave and show very good quality.
Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese varieties
thrived, producing excellent wines. Adelaide
Hills had low yields but high quality. Grapes
for Botrytis (Botryotinia fuckeliana) are still
hanging.
Harvest dates
Residual sugar
5 Mar
5.6 g/l
The Winemaking
Small batches of grapes are gently
crushed, chilled, and then basket pressed.
Fermentation was long and moderately
cool to retain fresh fruit characters, and was
conducted in stainless steel tanks. Only free
run juice was used for the final wine with no
malolactic fermentation.
The Characteristics
Pale straw with a hint of yellow, this wine
exudes lifted aromas of honeysuckle, lime,
lemon sherbet, and honeydew. The palate
is rich and dense, featuring vibrant flavours
of finger lime, guava, and tangerine. Its
natural creamy texture is complemented by
a focused and lengthy acid drive, supporting
the dense and powerful profile. Beautifully
balanced and brimming with complexity,
this wine offers a sophisticated and
memorable tasting experience.
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