Description
A traditional burgundy in colour with a soft crimson hue. A very savoury Aroha from 2021 with chanterelle mushroom and white truffle aromas dominating the bouquet. The palate is lively and pure, focusing towards a red fruit core, whilst the tannins are prevalent but balanced. The concentration of flavour is high as a result of the low yield. Plenty of personality in a wine that will continue to soften with age.
Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
dry
Vineyard
The Te Muna Road Vineyard is 7 kilometres outside the Martinborough township. The vineyard consists of two distinct terraces, the higher comprising very old, stony clay-infused soils perfect for Pinot Noir. The lower terrace of younger stony soils interleaved with limestone provides an excellent environment for Sauvignon Blanc. The cooler climate of Martinborough ensures the wine is aromatic with steely minerality, while the rocky soils give intensity to the fruit. The region’s warm, dry summers and mild winters have led to complex and structured wines with subtle aromatics and an elegant finish.
Winemaker
Julian Grounds
Viticulture
Brix 23.7 average Production level 25 hl/ha Vintage Detail Cold and damp springs resulting in low yields. A warm summer giving accelerated ripening conditions Hand Harvested 100 %
Vinification
Whole Bunch 32 % Destemmed 68 % Fermentation vessel Combination of (provide details) Open top stainless steel tanks and french oak cuves Fermentation Indigenous Barrel Type French oak barriques New Barrel % 30 % Maturation 12 months Fining Yes Filtration No Bottled May-22