Extremely heavy rainfall and ferocious spring winds and hail set up one of the most challenging vintages we have ever experienced at Lenswood. Flowering was late, occurring in December rather than November, in rare calm and sunny weather which set us up for good yields. The conditions post-Christmas were characterized by elevated evening temperatures, heavy rain every four days, foggy mornings and low day temperatures. Harvest started in March; three weeks later than usual. By Easter, all Adelaide Hills whites and our Pinot Noir were safely in the winery, and in excellent conditions despite 760mm falling down during the growing season. The Lenswood vineyard continues to show enougrnomous resilience, and the soil health plays an important role in the beautiful wines created in 2017.

Fragrant aromas of nashi pear, nectarine and almond blossom are supported by ginger spice and nougat, with savoury complexities of dried herbs and toasted almonds.

Beautifully intense flavours of stone-fruit and ripe pear are complemented by layers of lemon thyme, nougat and ginger, while a lovely pure line of apple-like acidity and excellent texture provide e length on the finish.

Fermented in tank and held on lees for 6 months with regular stirring to build complexity.