The 2010 Adelaide Hills vintage received above average winter rainfall. A two-week heat wave experienced across SA in November had less impact on the vines in the Adelaide Hills, as it was less severe and occurred pre-flowering. Rain continued through till midsummer and was recorded as one of the wettest seasons for many years.

Sweet, fragrant aromas of tropical fruits with gooseberry and white currant; a hint of citrus zest and grassy undertones.

The intense palate is rich with hints of anise and passionfruit, crunchy acidity, nice minerality and a long, crisp finish.

Pale green-gold in colour.

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

Like Eden Valley, the vintage in the Hills was a week earlier than last year. Powdery mildew was more prevalent due to the very humid conditions experienced throughout summer which was a good test for the organic/biodynamic strategy! The earlier vintage without the extremes in temperature gave high quality fruit with great flavour and fine acids, but did affect the quantity with average yields.