La Bossa Sauvignon Blanc

Vintage Current Vintage (enquires welcome)

Region South Eastern Australia and New Zealand

Appearance Straw with green hues.

Bouquet Aromas of pineapple and cut grass.

Palate Fruit-driven, soft and round with just enough acidity to keep the palate fresh but not overdone.

Vintage Conditions 2011 was a very difficult vintage with some of the largest rainfalls recorded in a growing season. However, the summer ripening period was cooler because of this rainfall. This led to long ripening periods and great flavour and acid balance, rarely seen in the River regions.

Winemaking 82% of the fruit is from river regions which adds generosity of flavour. 13% of fruit from the cooler King Valley which adds length to palate and 5% is Kiwi Savvy to give the wine some punch. Wine making techniques included fermentation at elevated temperatures and fermentation with solids. These techniques improve texture and softness without sacrificing varietal  expression.

Wine Analysis  Alc/Vol: 11.5%   pH: 3.3  TA: 6.5g/L 

Cellaring This wine will develop in the bottle over the next two to three years.

Suggested Cuisine Spicy San choy bow or scallops with ginger, chilli and lime.

General Characteristics Dry    Medium Bodied