PINOT GRIS Single Vineyard 2023

We have grown Pinot Gris for decades but this is the first time we have put it into a bottle of our own.

We are so happy with the result. Aromas of fragrant fruit blossom dance on your senses.

Savour the luscious embrace of fleshy apple and pear, whilst the refreshing acidity leads you to a satisfyingly dry finale.

Colour: Pale Gold

Aroma: Fragrant fruit blossom, green apple and pear

Palate: Rounded and fleshy palate of apple and pear. Bright acidity with a dry finish.

Vintage: 2023

Grape Variety: Pinot Gris

Wine Analysis: Alc/Vol 13.5 %, Acidity 5.9 g/L, pH 3.29, RS 2.3 g/L

Serving Temperature: 10-12 °C

Wine Making

Vinification: Pressed quickly to avoid skin contact and colour pickup. Tank fermented to dryness.

Vintage Conditions: Good winter rains set a positive start to the growing season with ample soil moisture and no frost events. The cooler conditions delayed vine growth and flowering was later than average. Unfortunately fruit set was influenced by the cooler season and some varieties yielded below average. The cool & mild conditions continued throughout and subsequently delayed harvest giving the fruit ample time to develop delicate flavours.

Vine Clone: D1V7

Harvest Date: March 20, 2023

The History of The family

The vineyard was established in 1994. Having clocked up her first decade in viticulture, Claire saw a Wrattonbully site for sale that she already knew was exceptional. The name of the wine label is derived from the morning ritual of assembling their eight children “at the gate” for the school bus. The sisters’ philosophy around growing grapes and making wine is much the same as raising their children; provide a sustainable, healthy, nurturing environment and don’t interfere too much!

They are in southern Wrattonbully, in South Australia, midway on the inland route between Melbourne and Adelaide, on elevated tablelands, somewhat off the beaten track where they can focus on the business of growing premium wine grapes without distraction. Wrattonbully is a premium appellation in Australia’s lauded Limestone Coast, growing premium Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Chardonnay grapes, prized by many producers for inclusion in Australian premium multi-regional blends.