in the cellar : Age of vines: 23 Years
Rootstock: Richter 99
Clone: Mass selection
Trellis system: VSP Hedge
Irrigation: Drip
Vine density: 3300 per hectare
Soil: Deep yellow Oakleaf
Climate: Average rainfall per annum: 800 - 900mm, Average minimum temp: 10ºC, Average maximum temp: 30ºC
Harvest information:
Type: Handpicked
Date: End of February
Yield: 6t/ha
Vinification:
Crushing: De-stalked, light crush
Tanks: Stainless steel
Yeast strain: D254
Fermentation: 15 - 33ºC
Malolactic: Yes
Barrel maturation: Yes
Fining: Light Bentonite
Filtration: Crossflow filter
Stabilisation: Cold - 4ºC