Place

Sourced from a single vineyard in Penwortham, Clare Valley, this vineyard sits atop the eastern range of the central valley of Clare. The westerly aspect of the block allows the Pinot Gris the late afternoon’s soft light but is shielded from the heat of the morning and midday sun.

Vintage Conditions

The Clare Valley endured one of its most challenging vintages, with just half the average rainfall making it the second driest year on record. A wet July was followed by a dry, warm spring and summer. These conditions resulted in lower yields, producing wines of remarkable intensity and powerful early fruit expression.

Winemaking

Our Pinot Gris is sourced from select blocks on our estate vineyard, chosen for their consistent quality. As Pinot Gris is a red/gray grape, harvest took place in early February during the cool morning hours to retain delicate aromatics and maintain acidity. The grapes were whole berry pressed to gently extract juice without drawing too much colour. After settling in stainless steel, the juice was racked and inoculated with a yeast strain tailored for Pinot Gris. Fermentation extended over 23 days, highlighting tropical and citrus notes while preserving freshness. The wine then underwent twice-weekly lees stirring for one month to build texture and roundness.