The 2000 vintage was small and early with another drought winter, frost at the end of October, poor flower development in spring and the unseasonal cool temperatures in late October/early November, leading to low yields. This was compounded by searing summer temperatures and a lot of rain at the end of February - 100mm of rain over 24 hours courtesy of a tropical cyclone up north - which caused splitting of the fruit and subsequent shrivel and raisining.

A complex nose of citrus blossom, pear skin, lime zest and honey interwoven with subtle aromas of fennel, clove and wet rocks.

Sweet and luscious on the palate with tropical fruit, nectarine and citrus flavours; textural and beautifully balanced with a crisp, dry, long, toasty finish.

Deep gold with lime hues.

Fermented in tank and bottled post-vintage (no oak or tank maturation) to preserve the wine’s fruit character.

Overall the whites showed good flavour intensity, balance and acidity.