Derwent Estate Late Harvest Riesling Dozen (12 Bottles) Derwent Valley, Tasmania

$306.00 GST Included

AUSTRALIA WIDE SHIPPING INCLUDED

Picked approximately 6 weeks after the end of harvest.

Vineyard Notes
On a north facing bank of the Derwent River this 28-year-old cool-climate vineyard in Southern Tasmania has its Riesling block on the uppermost slope. The soils are shallow, permeable loams over limestone that allow this variety to develop intensity and definition while retaining delicacy. The vines were leaf plucked 6 weeks prior to harvest to allow greater sunlight penetration on the fruit.

Winemaking
Hand-picked at flavour ripeness, crushed and soaked on their skins for 24 hours, then pressed under inert gas. Fermentation was stopped when the wine reached a balance between alcohol, flavour, phenolics and residual sugar. Minimal fining and filtration, then bottled.

Hand-picked at flavour ripeness, crushed and soaked on their skins for 24 hours, then pressed under inert gas. Fermentation was stopped when the wine reached a balance between alcohol, flavour, phenolics and residual sugar. Minimal fining and filtration, then bottled.

Tasting Notes
Obvious Riesling fruits, juicy rich mid palate that displays all the benefits of a higher residual sugar style. Balanced palate from high levels of phenolics and a beautiful acid line. Finished with mouth-watering balance.

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Nestled on the banks of The Derwent River 20 minutes north of Hobart, the vineyard has the perfect aspect for the production of cool climate wine grapes. Made in our purpose built Straw Bale winery, which is ecofriendly, these award winning wines include 5 different varietals from 10.75 hectares of calcareous soil.

Rich in calcium, lime and loam, the vineyard is herbicide free and transitioning towards organic practices. Cellar Door is a heritage listed 1820 Limestone cottage, operating 10am until 5pm for lunch, 7 days a week and providing one of the true unique Tasmanian Cellar Door experiences.

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