2007 Kaimira Estate Brightwater Gewürztraminer
WINE DETAILS
Fruit for this Gewürz was sourced entirely from the two estate vineyards in Brightwater. Being the first crop, and as fruit set was patchy due to inclement weather, the yields were very low and good ripeness was achieved. The fruit was hand picked at 24.7° Brix.
Grapes were whole bunch pressed very gently to minimize phenolic pick up, settled and racked. Clear juice was fermented in stainless tanks at low temperatures to retain aromatics. The ferment was stopped with a few grams of sugar remaining to give an off dry style, then allowed to rest on light lees for 4 months to improve mid-palate complexity.
A light skim milk fining was used to remove unwanted bitterness prior to stabilization and bottling in September 2007.
TASTING NOTES
Aromatic nose reminiscent of rosewater, pink smoker lollies and marshmallow. Palate is soft and seamless with rose and lemon Turkish delight, ripe citrus acidity and spicy cloves on the finish. Smoothly textured and in a style that has just a touch of sweetness, this is enjoyable on its own but would also partner well with Asian influenced cuisine.
AWARDS / RATINGS
Newly released.
