100% Sangiovese, 6 Months in French Oak. An enticing clash of Italo-Australian culture and flavour with dried oregano and native pepperberry complementing the super smooth chalky, ethereal tannins.
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Description
An enticing clash of Italo-Australian culture and flavour with dried oregano and native pepperberry complementing the super smooth chalky, ethereal tannins. A featherlite touch of oak and hints of rhubarb complete the finish.
Details
RegionMcLaren Vale, South Australia
Vintage2025
TypeRed Wine
VarietySangiovese
Vegan Friendly✔
Organic Wine✔
Volume750ml
Alcohol Volume14%
pH3.32
Standard Drinks8
Acidity6.58
Residual Sugar2.6
ClosureScrewCap
Vintage NotesThe 2024 vintage was marked by dramatic contrasts, beginning with an unusually wet and cool early season followed by a burst of intense summer heat. Despite the early challenges, including heavy rainfall and a heatwave during harvest, the late summer and early autumn weather allowed the remaining varieties to develop exceptional flavour concentration. Careful vineyard management, including bunch and shoot thinning, helped the grapes to thrive despite the hurdles. The resulting wines boast impressive flavour depth, refreshing natural acidity, and a well-structured tannin profile. The year’s trials and triumphs have set the stage for wines with a remarkable balance of freshness and complexity.
BouquetThe nose is vibrant with the fresh aromas of early cherries and tangy cranberries, complemented by the distinct native sweetness of quandong. Beneath the fruit, there’s a captivating earthy complexity of clay and shale, reflecting the ancient geology of the Gateway Vineyard and anchoring the wine with a deep sense of place.
PalateThe palate is lively and captivating, with a perfect balance of bright, sweet fruit and lively acidity. An underlying umami note adds depth, while the wine's mineral-driven tannin structure offers a clear link to the land. The finish is long and savory, with a touch of subtle oak, leaving a lasting impression through its refined yet firm structure.
VinificationA small parcel of grapes was picked early to kick-start our indigenous yeast fermentation and used to inoculate the whole berry open ferment when the grapes arrived at the winery. Twice daily, delicate hand plunging and straight to used French oak puncheons for malolactic ferment after pressing. Six months to round out the tannins but preserve all of that delicious flavour and, pronto!
Music MatchRagazza Magica—Jovanotti
WinemakerAshleigh Seymour
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