Blind Corner Wilyabrup Governo Sauvignon Blanc 2021 (6 Bottles) Margaret River

by Fine Wine Cellars

$199.00

AUSTRALIA WIDE SHIPPING INCLUDED

Like Sauvignon Blanc smuggled from an exotic bazaar, this wine has a familiar taste, but with added characters of blackcurrant flower, mandarin and Morrocan spice.

To make our new and improved Governo blend, a portion of grapes are hand- picked early and air-dried, before wild fermented ‘on skins’. The remaining grapes are basket pressed and wild-fermented in old French oak, stainless steel and a concrete egg. These batches are then combined and lees stirred occasionally for 7 months, prior to bottling cloudy to maintain a nice orange hue.

The result is a taste that goes beyond what you normally expect from Sauvignon Blanc, transporting your mood to far-flung lands.

Biodynamic. Following his Ramato-style Pinot Grigio and Ripasso-inspired Cabernets, Ben Gould gives this 100% Sauvignon Blanc the ancient Tuscan winemaking treatment. Governo is a fascinating, if largely forgotten, traditional method of winemaking called Governo all’ Uso Toscano, which involves inducing a second fermentation by adding a small percentage of dried grapes.

For this wine, a portion of grapes was picked early by hand and air-dried before spontaneous fermentation on skins. The remaining grapes were basket-pressed and naturally fermented in a combination of old French oak, stainless steel and concrete egg. These batches were combined and the lees occasionally stirred for seven months before being bottled cloudy to maintain a nice orange hue. Like Sauvignon Blanc smuggled from an exotic bazaar, this wine has a familiar taste but with additional characters of blackcurrant flower, mandarin and Moroccan spice. The taste goes beyond what you expect from Sauvignon Blanc, transporting your mood to far-flung lands.

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About Blind Corner

Nestled amidst the coastal flats of Quindalup in Margaret River, Blind Corner is a serene haven bordered by the Indian Ocean, with sandy soils layered with pea gravel, coffee rock, and ironstone. Embracing rigorous organic practices since 2016, Ben and Naomi cultivate their vineyard with care, employing cover crops to enrich the soil and utilizing a finger weeder for meticulous vineyard maintenance. Their dedication extends to the cellar, where they handle everything in-house, from winemaking to bottling, powered by solar energy and homemade biodiesel.

Ben, a passionate vigneron, employs a variety of vessels, including concrete eggs and old barrels, eschewing manipulation and embracing minimal intervention winemaking. Rejecting conventional practices, Blind Corner eschews mobile concentrators, opting instead for natural methods like using Aligoté to maintain freshness in their Chardonnay.

The name Blind Corner reflects the Goulds’ unconventional approach to winemaking, emphasizing organic certification and accessible pricing. Their eclectic range exudes energy and a bohemian spirit, offering wines that are approachable, delicious, and true to their down-to-earth ethos.

The journey to Blind Corner began with Ben and Naomi’s desire for a vineyard where their children could roam freely. Inspired by a European vineyard tour, they blend old-world techniques with modern knowledge, continuously refining their craft. Their expansion includes a second vineyard, complete with a bottling line, and additions like a biodynamic vegetable garden, beehives, and free-range chickens, embodying their commitment to sustainability and self-sufficiency.

Though their journey hasn’t been without challenges, Ben and Naomi are proud to share their wines with fellow enthusiasts, embracing transparency and inviting others to join them on their journey toward a better world.

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