TUSSOCK SAUVIGNON BLANC 2011

A fresh lifted nose of tropical fruits with a hint of minerality. A bright and fresh entrance of pineapple and citrus fruits which is given poise and balance with the acidity and the refined minerality on the finish.

Technical Information

Two can vertical shoot positioned vines. Bud rubbing, shoot positioning, crop reduction and some leaf plucking were all done by hand to ensure the canopies were open and even, and the crop load was balanced to the vine. These grapes were grown in vineyards that are in transition to organic certification. Bio-Gro 5089
These grapes were machine harvested from Burkes Bank vineyard, chosen because of the free draining alluvial soils that bring texture and location to the wine. A gentle slow pressing program was used to extract the juice whilst minimisiing astringent harshness. The juice was inoculated and fermented at cool temperatures to conserve the fruit aromas in the wine. The wine was bottled using gravity.

Food & Wine

Pan fried lemon and chilli squid, fresh oysters and steamed mussels.

Tasting Notes

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