Vinification
Only the free run juice was used for this wine to avoid picking up tannins from the Viognier skins. The juice was racked from its solids, leaving just a little (1-2%) to add complexity. Fermentation took place in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks using an aromatic yeast. After completion, the wine remained on the fine lees for a short time before stabilisation and early bottling to maximise freshness.

Winemakers Comments
The cool climate fruit has tempered the McLaren Vale component adding some elegance and citrus notes to the traditional rich, round apricot and stone fruit kernel notes often seen in the warmer viticultural districts.

Tasting Notes
Medium straw in colour with light green hints and a touch of gold, this is a perfumed, youthful wine, with notes of citrus flower, lime and apricot on the nose. On the palate it is fresh and clean, with attractive acidity balanced by apricot and lychee fruit characters. Zesty, lifted finish.

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