Aurburn, Clare Valley
100% Sangiovese
14.0% Alc
38 Years Old Vine
Good winter rain and above average rainfall in spring allowed enough moisture in the soil to get through a cool, dry summer. A late start meant that the fruit had a longer ripening period which led to great colour and flavour across all varieties but particularly, excellent concentration in the reds.
Picked when the fruit still has mouth-watering acid and a cherry flavour, the grapes are then destemmed, put into 1 tonne fermenters, allowed to start fermentation with native yeast and then left on skins for 30 days. A long, gentle ferment means we retain the primary red fruits and the natural acid and tannin profile. Pressed to older French HH (300 litre format) barrels and left to mature for 24 months.
A fantastic wine for any occasion, especially those pizza or spaghetti Bolognese days/nights.
JH 95 points, JS 93 points, Campbell Mattinson 92 points
Gold and Sangiovese winery of the year 2024 Melbourne International Wine Show