“Able clone. The basis of this wine is the synergy between alcoholic and carbonic fermentation. Carbonic fermentation (think Beaujolias) achieves the lifted aromas of maraschino cherry, clove. The synergy creates a lovely silky, supple texture. 10% foot crush, 20% destemmed, 70% whole bunch. Basket pressed. Bottled February 2023.
Mineral. Cherry. Sweet salty liquorice. Raspberry. Soft tannin. Brooding.”
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James Graves Opie
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Bryterlater Wines
Formerly of Valmont Wines, Bryterlater is the brainchild of James Graves Opie, a former sommelier turned winemaker originally from Victoria who now resides in the Waipara Valley, North Canterbury, New Zealand.
Cool climate wines raised from organic sites. The results are earnest, pure & deeply satisfying displaying a range of well-composed and integrated aromas and flavours. The natural acidity highlighted across the wines serves as an elegant yet lasting framework, balanced by texture & complemented with a bounty of detail.
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