Cape Barren Native Goose Chardonnay 2014
2.36
6.2
3.24
Elegant floral but steely nose, with hints of grapefruit, cashew and pineapple.
The wine was matured in the same oak barrels for 9 months before filtration and bottling.
A very zesty, almost austere palate with nuances of grapefruit, melon and green apple flavours contributing to a round and mouth-filling palate showing lemon curd creaminess. The acidity is perfectly balanced and the oak restrained
After harvesting in the very cool early morning, the grapes were destemed without crushing, direct into the press. Gentle pressing allowed extraction of the prime juice whilst still maintaining the delicacy and elegance. Fermentation proceeded in stainless steel tank until about the mid-point of sugar conversion, when the juice was then filled to the French oak Hogsheads to complete fermentation. Lees stirring was performed weekly for 3 months, and 30% of the wine underwent Malo-Lactic fermentation.
2.36
6.2
3.24