Windy Peak Sauvignon Blanc Semillon (2011)

Region
King Valley and Yarra Valley

Appearance
Medium straw colour with green edges.

Bouquet
Hints of gooseberry, slightly grassy and funky, with some creaminess.

Palate
Fresh tropical fruit, gooseberry and grassy flavours with soft acidity.

Vintage Conditions
The 2010-2011 growing season was a classic cool growing season in both regions, quite similar to 2002 and 2005. The rain caused some early issues but diligent viticulture and some kind weather in the end has produced one of the best vintages in 10 years.

Winemaking
Fruit for this blend is grown in both the Yarra Valley and King Valley from our estate vineyards. The grapes are machine harvested in the cool of night, crushed, pressed and settled for three to four days. The juice is then racked and fermented in a combination of tank and cask and the lees are stirred regularly until spring-time for complexity and flavour.

Wine Analysis
Alc/Vol: 11.5%  pH: 3.27  TA: 6.5g/L

Cellaring
Drink now or over the next two or three years if stored in a good cellar.

Suggested Cuisine
Sunshine, antipasto and some good mates.

General Characteristics
Dry     Light Bodied