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2016 Xanadu DJL Sauvignon Blanc Semillon Margaret River
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VITICULTURE
VARIETAL Sauvignon Blanc (76%) Semillon (24%) VINTAGE 2016 REGION Margaret River
GROWING CONDITIONS
The growing season began with an early budburst after a relatively mild winter with reasonable rainfall. The beautiful spring weather which followed which led to good flowering/fruit set and improved yields for most varieties in the region. Fine, warm weather during summer saw sugar accumulation accelerate quickly in the whites, until a significant rain event mid-January stalled the ripening process until the fine weather returned soon after. While the unusual January rain did present some challenges in the vineyard, it was certainly welcomed by the reds which were just beginning veraison. The warm, dry weather throughout February was fantastic, ensuring the whites achieved flavour ripeness and enabling the reds to attain flavour and tannin ripeness at full physiological maturity..
TASTING NOTES
COLOUR Pale straw with slight green tinge.
NOSE The vibrant bouquet exhibits fresh passion fruit and citrus characters, with dried herbs and hints of lemon sherbet in the background.
PALATE Medium bodied, the zesty palate offers freshly squeezed lemon/lime flavour combined with tropical fruits and a touch of spice. An easy drinking Classic’ Margaret River wine style with wonderful purity – crunchy, fruit driven, lipsmacking dry with crisp acidity and a clean refreshing finish. A ‘drink now’ style - best consumed while bright and youthful.
WINEMAKING ALCOHOL 14% BOTTLE SIZE 750 mL
WINEMAKING NOTES
The fruit was crushed, destemmed and chilled before pressing. The settled, clean juice was then fermented at 15oC in stainless steel tanks using aromatic yeast strains to retain fresh varietal characteristics. The final components are then selected and assembled prior to stabilisation and bottling under screw cap closure.
Awards
WineStar White of the Year 2017
Trophy – Best White Blend - Royal Sydney Wine Show 2017
Top Gold Medal - Royal Sydney Wine Show 2017
96 Points - Royal Sydney Wine Show 2017
Gold Medal - Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2017
Gold Medal - Wineshow of WA 2017
Gold Medal - Margaret River Wine Show 2017
97 Points - James Halliday; Wine Companion 2017
VARIETAL Sauvignon Blanc (76%) Semillon (24%) VINTAGE 2016 REGION Margaret River
GROWING CONDITIONS
The growing season began with an early budburst after a relatively mild winter with reasonable rainfall. The beautiful spring weather which followed which led to good flowering/fruit set and improved yields for most varieties in the region. Fine, warm weather during summer saw sugar accumulation accelerate quickly in the whites, until a significant rain event mid-January stalled the ripening process until the fine weather returned soon after. While the unusual January rain did present some challenges in the vineyard, it was certainly welcomed by the reds which were just beginning veraison. The warm, dry weather throughout February was fantastic, ensuring the whites achieved flavour ripeness and enabling the reds to attain flavour and tannin ripeness at full physiological maturity..
TASTING NOTES
COLOUR Pale straw with slight green tinge.
NOSE The vibrant bouquet exhibits fresh passion fruit and citrus characters, with dried herbs and hints of lemon sherbet in the background.
PALATE Medium bodied, the zesty palate offers freshly squeezed lemon/lime flavour combined with tropical fruits and a touch of spice. An easy drinking Classic’ Margaret River wine style with wonderful purity – crunchy, fruit driven, lipsmacking dry with crisp acidity and a clean refreshing finish. A ‘drink now’ style - best consumed while bright and youthful.
WINEMAKING ALCOHOL 14% BOTTLE SIZE 750 mL
WINEMAKING NOTES
The fruit was crushed, destemmed and chilled before pressing. The settled, clean juice was then fermented at 15oC in stainless steel tanks using aromatic yeast strains to retain fresh varietal characteristics. The final components are then selected and assembled prior to stabilisation and bottling under screw cap closure.
Awards
WineStar White of the Year 2017
Trophy – Best White Blend - Royal Sydney Wine Show 2017
Top Gold Medal - Royal Sydney Wine Show 2017
96 Points - Royal Sydney Wine Show 2017
Gold Medal - Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2017
Gold Medal - Wineshow of WA 2017
Gold Medal - Margaret River Wine Show 2017
97 Points - James Halliday; Wine Companion 2017