SBS 2005
Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2005
Vineyards
Fruit was sourced from southern Margaret River, a cooler part of the region which suits these two aromatic varieties. Viticultural practices, now taken as standard, have evolved over thirty years and to a large extent, this wine is made on the vine. It is a balancing act between leaf to crop ratio and the leaf's exposure to sunlight. The ability to harvest at night is all important.
Vinification
Winemaking is straightforward but meticulous. Retention of fresh fruit characters is the name of the game and some modern gear, with bells and whistles, goes a long way in achieving the right outcome. Fermentation of clear juice by a neutral yeast strain is about as complicated as it gets. The finished wine is bottled under a screw-cap to ensure retention of the vibrant, varietal characters.
Tasting Notes by Ray Jordan
The classic blend of Margaret River; in this case it's a 50/50 combination of these two exceptional bedfellows. Aromas of fresh gooseberry and passionfruit dominate tropical fruit aromas, working neatly into a generous mix of fresh cut grass and lemon citrus. The palate is intense but controlled and restrained with a fine acid and lingering, lively flavours.
The combination of these two varieties, working in harmony, makes a compelling statement.
A wine just made for current drinking but with some short-term potential.
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