Site: Denton Vineyard - Yarra Valley

Soil type: Granite

Aspect: North-West

The Nebbiolo block sits half way up the North Western slope, catching all available sunshine hours. The granitic sand over granite boulders and long, slow growing season provide a very special and unique terroir.

 This unique micro-climate and soil profile contribute lots of bright, fresh red fruit, aniseed, red flower perfume, and fine tannin on an acid frame.

 Winemaking

Destemmed, wild yeast fermented and held on skins for 18 days with frequent plunging and foot stomping. No temperature control. Pressed to 500 litre French oak puncheons (20% new) and left unsulfured for 18 months prior to bottling without fining or filtration.

Vintage 2019

 A very good growing season. 2019 was warmer and dryer than average with an early harvest, low disease pressure and riper/fresher/fuller wines. An early harvest suggests a short season, but the last period of ripening was perfect Autumn weather with mild, soft sunlight helping to retain acidity and freshness.