Stickleback White

2005 Semillon Chardonnay Verdelho

Varieties: 45% Semillon, 35% Chardonnay & 20% Verdelho

Region: South Australia

2005 Harvest: Good winter and spring rains combined with mild temperatures allowed an even and steady ripening. Overall the 2005 vintage has produced some great quality fruit and has all the makings of a fantastic year.

Vinification: Each variety was harvested and processed separately. All components were cool-fermented in stainless steel with no oak contact. The Chardonnay and Verdelho were left on lees post fermentation to enhance palate richness, the Semillon adds vibrancy and citrus zest to the blend. We bottled early to retain maximum freshness and attractive aromatics.

Tasting notes: Vibrant straw in colour with flashes of lime green. Masses of citrus zest on the nose with gooseberry, peach and passionfruit hints. Flavours of lemon zest and pear balanced by refreshing, crisp acid and a long, lifted finish.

Alcohol: 12.0%

Total Acidity: 6.6 g/l

pH: 3.4

Residual Sugar: 3.2 g/l