MILL SANGIOVESE

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Growing Season

Sangiovese is renowned for overcropping and this year was no exception. This block was fruit thinned twice during the growing season, once post flowering and once after versasion. The final harvested yield was 3 t/acres and the fruit was well exposed and showed more uniform ripening and colouring than in previous years. The vines were harvested on March 10th at 13.2 Be prior to the late season rain.

Winemaking

This wine was made from 100% Sangiovese grapes picked at approximately 13º Be. Pumped over twice daily, the fermentation temperature was maintained at 23-25ºC (72-77ºF) to avoid harsh tannins. Having been fermented to approximately 4º Be before being pressed off skins . The wine underwent oak maturation in 3 and 4 year old American Oak to add complexity and structure without dominating the fine fruit characters.

Tasting Notes

The Mill Sangiovese is medium red in colour. The wine has aromas of cherry, and raspberry and a hint of oak. The palate is medium bodied with cherry fruit and earthy characters. Enjoy this lighter style wine at any time of the day or with pizza, pasta, tapas and cheese. Now to 5 years.

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