Description
CELLAR INFORMATION The grapes were pressed and allowed to settle naturally and racked slightly "dirty" to barrel for fermentation. Mainly older, neutral French oak was used (about 5% new). Malo-lactic fermentation was not encouraged, but a few of the barrels inevitably go through naturally. The partial malo and lees stirring helps to balance the higher acidity and gives the wine some added palate weight. VINEYARD INFORMATION This is an old vineyard located on one of the highest slopes on our farm. The soils are a moderately textured decomposed granite. It is an excellent site that gives a nice balance of flavour. This is from one of the older blocks on our farm. This vineyard produces concentrated fruit from excellent natural acidity and good ageing potential and we have tried to apply traditional winemaking practices to bring out the best in the wine.
