PHILOSOPHY
The Haan philosophy of producing the finest examples of super premium Barossa table wines is clearly expressed in excellence and limited production of the seven wines made from the estate-grown grapes. Where possible, the opportunity to develop new styles from lesser known varieties such as Viognier is approached with great dedication and care. In this way the consumer is assured of great wines of excellence, quality and interest.
VINEYARD
The Viognier vines are 15 years old, grown on sandy loam with a 2 metre clay base. The vines are on a single wire trellis with two foliage wires, but are allowed to over-hang to protect most of the fruit from sunlight exposure. The philosophy of 'great wine is made from great grapes' is the truth behind this wine. Never before, as far as we can tell, has such a system of selecting only the inner canopy grapes for the winemaking been carried out. This attention to detail ensures maximum expression of varietal character.
WINEMAKING
Viognier retains its green colour when it is not exposed to sunlight. This wine is made only from berries which exhibit this character. Hand selected and whole bunch pressed, the juice shows crispness and fresh floral aromas. Extraction rates are very low with an average of only 450 litres per tonne. Fermentation is maintained at 14-16°C, and is completed in two weeks. The wine is then allowed to rest on yeast lees for four months with stirring occurring on a two weekly basis.
THE WINE
This wine has aromas of fresh apricots, lime and citrus conserve coupled with hints of orange blossom. A long and lively wine, mouth-filling sweet zesty citrus flavours, combined with subtle honeysuckle and fresh acidity. The freshness of this Viognier makes it a great current drinking wine. But with careful cellaring, it will continue to develop for 3 - 5 years.
AWARDS
- 2007 – 5 Stars (94 Points) – James Halliday's Wine Companion 2009
- 2006 – 4.5 Stars (90 Points) – James Halliday's Wine Companion 2008
- 2005 - 5 Stars (95 Points) - James Halliday's Wine Companion 2007
- 2004 - Silver Medal - International Wine & Spirit Competition, London, 2005
- 2004 - Trophy - Winewise Small Vignerons Show, 2005
AVAILABILTY
Bottled under screw cap to give reward of varietal definition and maintain freshness of the wine. In 750 mL bottles in cartons of one dozen. Only 250 dozen made.
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