The Sophisticat, Adelaide Hills 2019

Vintage Conditions

Right across South Australia, the 2019 vintage will be remembered as a very challenging one. Very dry conditions persisted throughout the growing season while some areas also had to contend with frost, hail and wind – all of which reduced the crop but helped increase concentration and quality. Sauvignon crops were amongst the worst affected but what fruit remained was of exceptional quality. 

Viticulture

Fruit was sourced from two vineyards, one close to our winery at Lenswood in the Adelaide Hills and the other at high altitude in Hope Forest. Close planted vines with moderate vigour allow for ample fruit shading and long growing seasons, leading to complex, well balanced fruit.

Winemaking

Once picked, the fruit was immediately processed at the winery, benefitting from low overnight temperatures. Crushed and pressed then settled for an extended period prior to a long, cool fermentation to maximise fruit expression.

Tasting

A crisp, tangy white wine with enticing floral bouquet, hints of elderflower, gooseberry and blackcurrant leaf. The palate is youthful, pithy and bright with mouthwatering grapefruit, gooseberry and grapefruit leading through to a long, refreshing finish.

Blend: Sauvignon Blanc 100%
Alcohol: 13.5%
Total Acidity: 6.56g/l
pH: 3.24
Residual Sugar: <1g/l
SO2: 91mg/l
Vegan: yes
Vegetarian: yes