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2005 Viognier Pinot Gris

Region: Langhorne Creek 100%

Variety: 78% Viognier, 22% Pinot Gris

Vinification: Both varieties vinified separately, with three harvest dates of the components to provide contrasting, compatible ripeness flavours. The Viognier (two separate harvest dates) was crushed, chilled and pressed immediately, the Pinot Gris allowed a short period of skin contact to enhance the palate structure. Cool ferment (8-14 degrees) in stainless steel followed by lees stirring and cold stabilisation. Bottled early to retain aromatics and freshness.

Tasting Notes : The nose is bursting with stone fruits – peaches and apricots and some lime citrus characters. The delicious multi-layered palate begins with typical Viognier pear flavours intermingling with fresh melon flavours from the Pinot Gris.

Alcohol: 13.5%

Total Acidity: 7.9 g/l

PH: 3.39

Residual Sugar: 3.0 g/l