Technical Analysis
Lime Kilns were a familiar sight on the West Coast in years past, used to burn mussel shells for lime which was then used in agriculture.
Tasting note
Chenin Blanc 79%, Viognier 10.5%, Chardonnay 10.5%. This wine shows a lot of tropical notes of peaches apricot, honeycomb and orange peel. A seriously complexed wine that has a great mid palate with good length and ageing potential.
Vinification details
The grapes were crushed and destalked, then 12 hours of skin contact. The cultivars are barrel fermented separately in 500 litre French oak barrels. Then racked to barrels and left for 9 months on fine lees, followed by ageing for 2-3 months on fermentation lees to add complexity.
AWARDS
Platter: 91 pts
Technical Analysis
Lime Kilns were a familiar sight on the West Coast in years past, used to burn mussel shells for lime which was then used in agriculture.
Tasting note
Composed of Chenin Blanc 81%,Viognier 16%,Chardonnay 3%, this wine shows a lot of tropical notes from peaches, apricot and citrus fruit like orange peel. This is a seriously complexed wine that has a great mid palate with good length and ageing potential. This is a definite food wine.
Vinification details
The grapes are crushed and destalked, then barrel fermented in 300 and 500 litre French oak barrels. Racked to barrels and left for 9 months on the lees.
Technical Analysis
Lime Kilns were a familiar sight on the West Coast in years past, used to burn mussel shells for lime which was then used in agriculture.
Tasting note
Part of Darling Cellar's Heritage Collection, with notes of peach, apricot and citrus fruits, this is a complex wine with good length and ageing potential. A blend of 81% Chenin Blanc, 16% Viognier and 3% Chardonnay.
Vinification details
Grapes were crushed and destalked prior to barrel fermentation in 300 and 500 litre French oak barrels. The wine was racked to barrel and left for 9 months on the lees.
