“In 2022 Marsanne ripened earlier and was hand-picked on 8th of March, while Roussanne took until 19th of March to be ready. This meant they were whole bunch-pressed separately, and juice was spontaneously fermented in respective stainless-steel tanks, with the help of temperature control to retain pristine aromatics. At around midway through, fermenting juices were transferred to French oak barrels (79% seasoned, 21% new) where young wines remained for a year, with full malolactic fermentation taking place, accompanied by occasional gentle lees stirring. After 12 months both batches showed the expected quality and were blended into a stainless-steel tank for further 7 months of maturation before bottling on 20th of October. 1341 bottles produced. 13.3% Alc.”
Igor Kucic
‘’A blend of 79% roussanne and 21% marsanne from the Barossa Valley, whole bunch pressed, ferment finished in French oak (21% new) and matured for 12 months. Light straw and looking complex and captivating with notes of poached pear, citrus and stone fruits dusted with soft spice, pressed wildflowers, roasted macadamias and cashews, almond paste, yellow plum and stone. Long of finish and savoury-pure, looking very much Hermitage-esque in a distinctly Barossan way, if you know what I mean. Lovely stuff. 95pts.”
Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion
