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2017 Ludic Pinot Grigio
Tasting Notes
The 2017 Pinot Grigio has been made to reflect the Italian expression of this grape variety. The nose offers up an abundance of fresh Nashi pear, white peach and lemon notes. It displays flavours of apple, stone fruits along with subtle quince influence. The palate has a bright acid backbone that is structured right through to a balanced finish.
Food Pairing
Roasted Balsamic Beetroot and Goat Cheese Tart.
Region
The King Valley is one of Australia’s most exciting, emerging wine regions. It is located in North East Victoria – approximately three hours North of Melbourne and seven hours South of Sydney. Home to the most picturesque and unspoilt valley in Australia, King Valley benefits from a cool climate with extremely varied terrain, that ranges from snow-capped Alps to sun baked fields.
The Season
The growing season was a return to gentle, mild and cool conditions. Cool nights and mild days extended the growing season while retaining natural acidity. The fruit quantity was balanced and fruit quality was exceptional, producing vibrant aromas and intense flavours in the white varieties. Overall, a classic vintage producing excellent white and sparkling wines.
Winemaking
The fruit for the 2017 Pinot Grigio was picked on the 7th March at 10.9° baumé. The grapes were picked in the early morning, pressed off skins into tank for fermentation with some solids to provide complexity and texture while still retaining fresh flavours. Once in tank, fermentation with solids content at a 16.0°C ferment temperature was completed over 3 weeks. This allowed retainment of fresh aromas and flavours while providing creamy texture and mouthfeel. The wine was left on yeast lees with weekly stirring to protect the freshness of the wine and adding further complexity. The wine was bottled under screw cap.