Sourced from a small vineyard in the Pokolbin area (Lower Hunter Valley), our harvested fruit showed outstanding varietal character and intensity of flavour. I was particularly impressed with the high skin to juice ratio of the berries, which lent themselves to a good level of flavour extraction. This ratio also meant however, that a greater level of phenolic material would be drawn through a normal press cycle. In light of this, the pressing cut was made early, and the juice was fined quite heavily prior to fermentation. Following a clean ferment, the wine was racked from yeast lees and prepared for bottle. I believe that our 2008 Verdelho is true to the nature of the variety. The aromas and flavours hold great intensity and really show off that "fruit bowl" charm of Verdelho. The palate is full and viscous, again typical of this variety.

AWARDS:

• SILVER Medal 2009 Hunter Valley Boutique Winemakers Show
• BRONZE Medal 2009 Cowra Wine Show
• 4 Stars John Lewis – Newcastle Herald
  
• BRONZE Medal 2009 NSW Wine Awards
• BRONZE Medal 2009 Australian Small Winemakers Show
  

pH; 3.22
TA; 6.6 g/L
Alcohol; 14.0%
Residual sugar; 4.5 g/L

Bottle price: $20.00 RRP
Case price: $210.00 RRP