Paxton Pinot Gris 2020

COLOUR: Pale straw with a golden hue

 

AROMA: Fresh citrus flavours of lemon line with a hint of honeysuckle. A lovely touch of passionfruit lift developing

 

PALATE: A zesty flavoursome palate, with citrus and lemon sorbet characters supported by a lovely layer of viscosity that coats the mid palate

 

DRINK WITH: Light pasta and rice dishes

 

CELLARING: A fruit driven wine designed for drinking young, although careful cellaring will be rewarded

 

WINEMAKING & VINTAGE

VINTAGE:

2020 posed many challenges throughout Australia. Another intense drought year through the growing season was followed by one of the most devastating bushfire seasons this country has ever seen. Fortunately McLaren Vale was largely unaffected by this devastation and the early signs indicate 2020 to be a very special vintage; one to savour. Moderate weather throughout the picking season, combined with lower yields allowed the flavours to develop harmoniously and in balance. Varietal expression was excellent with Shiraz and Grenache showing lovely intense flavour without excessive tannin or alcohol. Tempranillo and Graciano are showing lovely plum and pepper characters and will be intriguing to see how they develop after time in oak and bottle.

 

VINIFICATION:

The fruit was hand picked and selector harvested once sugar and flavours reached optimal levels. The grapes were whole bunch and berry pressed without crushing or destemming. The juice was racked and fermented at temperatures between 13-16°C in stainless steel, to encapsulate fruit freshness. The wine was filtered and bottled early in its life to capture the freshness of Pinot Gris.

 

TECHNICAL DETAILS:

ALCOHOL: 12.5%

VARIETY: Pinot Gris
REGION: McLaren Vale
VINEYARD: Thomas Block

100%: Organic | Biodynamic | Vegan Friendly