Semillon
2009 Semillon
| Vintage: | 2009 |
| Region: | Broke Fordwich, Lower Hunter Valley, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Semillon |
| Oak maturation: | nil |
| Release Date: | May 2009 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 7 years |
| Alcohol: | 9.8% |
FRUIT
We believe 2009 will join the ‘best vintage’ list for Krinklewood. Consistent warm temperatures throughout the growing season produced generous volumes overall. The Semillon berries were picked at optimum ripeness in the cool of the early morning on February 1st and 2nd at 10.4baume.
WINEMAKING
The fruit was crushed with only the premium free-run juices being used. Fermentation took place in Stainless Steel tanks under cool conditions, and the wine was bottled early to retain freshness of the primary fruit characters, and minimal filtration.
CHARACTERISTICS
Pale straw with a luminous green hue, this wine has a bouquet of subtle tropical fruit flavours with accentuated citrus and floral notes. It is a finely structured Semillon displaying ripe citrus flavours, a tight acid line & a refreshing finish. Crisp and low in alcohol – it is perfect to enjoy now or is also suitable for cellaring.
CUISINE
The perfect accompaniment with fresh shellfish
2008 Semillon
| Vintage: | 2008 |
| Region: | Broke Fordwich, Lower Hunter Valley, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Semillon |
| Oak maturation: | nil |
| Release Date: | July 2008 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 8 years |
| Alcohol: | 10% |
FRUIT
There is no denying that it was a tough wet vintage in the Hunter. We spent many man hours in the vineyard concerntrating on canopy management, bunch thinning and then picking and sorting. In line with last vintage, the Semillon was picked early on flavour at 10 baume, with the slightest hint of green to maintain freshness.
WINEMAKING
The fruit was crushed with only the premium free-run juices being used. Fermentation took place in Stainless Steel tanks under cool conditions, and the wine was bottled early to retain freshness of the primary fruit characters, and minimal filtration.
CHARACTERISTICS
Very pale straw with hints of green, this wine has a bouquet of passionfruit, accentuated citrus and freshly cut grass. It has a racy citrus line on the palate.Crisp and low in alcohol – it would benefit from some cellaring if you can resist drinking it now.
CUISINE
The perfect accompaniment with fresh shellfish.
2007 Semillon
| Vintage: | 2007 |
| Region: | Hunter Valley, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Semillon |
| Oak maturation: | nil |
| Release Date: | August 2007 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 8 years |
| Alcohol: | 10.3% |
FRUIT
The 2007 vintage was outstanding with excellent conditions and the fruit ripened in perfect timing with the right pH, fruit flavour & baume.
WINEMAKING
The fruit was handpicked in the cool of the night at optimum ripeness and was crushed with only the premium free-run juices being used. Fermentation took place in Stainless Steel tanks under cool conditions, and the wine was bottled early to retain freshness of the primary fruit characters with a very fine filtration.
CHARACTERISTICS
A pale green wine with a fragrant floral bouquet of citrus & pineapple entwined with a hint of passionfruit. The palate is crisp and lively with a long clean citrus finish enhanced by the balanced acids and intensity of fruit characteristics.
CUISINE
The perfect accompaniment with antipasto, Barbeques & alfresco luncheons.
AWARDS
GOLD Medal winner Royal Melbourne Wine Show ‘07
BEST WHITE Organic Wine Show 2007
2006 Semillon
| Vintage: | 2006 |
| Region: | Hunter Valley, NSW |
| Grape Variety: | 100% Semillon |
| Oak maturation: | nil |
| Release Date: | August 2006 |
| Cellaring Potential: | up to 8 years |
| Alcohol: | 10.5% |
FRUIT
The 2007 vintage was outstanding with excellent conditions and the fruit ripened in perfect timing with the right pH, fruit flavour & baume.
WINEMAKING
The fruit was handpicked in the cool of the night at optimum ripeness and was crushed with only the premium free-run juices being used. Fermentation took place in Stainless Steel under cool conditions with minimal acid adjustments. The wine was bottled early to retain all the fresh lively fruit characters that typify a classic Hunter Semillon with a very fine filtration.
CHARACTERISTICS
A pale green wine with a concentrated bouquet of citrus & pineapple entwined with a hint of passionfruit. The palate is crisp & lively with a long clean citrus finish enhanced by the balanced acids and intensity of fruit flavours.
CUISINE
This wine would make a great match to seafood or antipasto.
AWARDS
Silver medal Hunter Valley Wine Show 2006
Silver medal Royal Melbourne Wine Show 2006
Silver medal Hunter Valley Boutique Winemakers Show 2006