Sutherland Reserve Chardonnay 2016

Tasting Notes
Analysis & Info

This Chardonnay articulates the sense of place through the chalky minerality and subtle brioche notes. An intriguing grapefruit essence softens the oak elements, which leaves a lingering, refined acidity.

Technical Analysis
alc	13.17%
rs	1.90
pH	3.21
ta	6.15
Wine Information
Accolades
Brand Group	Sutherland
Other
Winemaker	-
Variety	Chardonnay
BlendPercent	100% Chardonnay
FoodSuggest	Forest mushroom risotto topped with truffle oil and parmesan.
Ageing	Enjoy now through to 2022.
Cellar	Yeasts: D522 (Lalvin M) Fermentation temp: 17 °C Barrel selection: 12 barrels were identified as exceptional. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in 228 L French oak barrels. The wine spends 10 months on its gross fermentation lees, with the lees being stirred on a regular basis.
Harvest	Picking date: 11 February 2016 Grape sugar: 22.5 °B Acidity: 6.67 g/l pH at harvest: 3.36
Vineyard	Root stock: Richter 110 Soil type: Tukulu Age of vines: Planted 2004 Plant density: 7 wire Perold system, with movable foliage wires. Yield: 10 t/ha Irrigation: Moderate summer days with very little rain, resulting in ideal growing conditions for Grapes.
Style
body	Medium
style	Dry
taste	Mineral
type	White
Type
Kosher	0
Organic	0
Vegetarian	0
Wooded	1
Pack
Closure	Screwcap
Pack Size	750ml
Pack Type	Bottle