2022 Expressions Fresh As A Daisy Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

colour

Pale straw with a bright green rim.

aroma

Fresh and bright with a lovely grassy, aromatic lift along with richer notes of fig, lychee, lemongrass and a touch of gardenia flower. 

palate

The palate bursts with zesty lemon and lime supported by a juicy pineapple and passionfruit with a long refreshing finish.

cellaring

Peak drinking within two years.

vintage

The 2022 vintage in Margaret River was preceded by a very wet winter leading to good, healthy vine growth. Intense heat and dry months over the summer led to decreased yields however the dry, sunny days provided a natural barrier to disease, and extensive marri blossom kept bird pressure at bay. Some bunches suffered from sunburn, however the challenges in the vineyard were minimal. Although yield was lower than average, the quality of fruit has resulted in outstanding wines.

winemaking

Fruit was harvested in the coolest part of the night with some batches of Sauvignon Blanc undergoing extended skin contact. All other batches of fruit were immediately pressed and separated from skins. A portion of this wine underwent wild barrel fermentation (7%) in one-to-five-year old French oak, with the balance fermented in tank on light solids. Following fermentation, all batches remained on yeast lees to achieve texture, integration and balance before bottling.

region

Margaret River 

varieties

Semillon
Sauvignon Blanc

analysis

• Alcohol: 12.5%

Pan-fried scallop with parsnip purée and pancetta dust.

Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2022

National Wine Show of Australia 2023

Wine Show of Western Australia 2022

Huon Hooke, The Real Review 2023

Straw, lemongrass and kiwifruit aromas, the palate very dry and delicate, the dryness and savouriness influenced by a kick of phenolics. Good food style. 

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