2022 Pinot Noir Syrah

Vineyards - The Syrah (30% was selected from block 2 & 3 with the Pinot Noir (70%) being handpicked from block 5A both on the Lloyd Brothers Adelaide Hills vineyard on The Range. (Kuitpo)

Geology of the Lloyd Brothers Adelaide Hills Estate - Located on the Burra Group Geology which is some of the oldest in the region: c. 750 million years. More particularly the Belair Subgroup which is laminated, grey siltstone.
Winemaking - An outstanding vintage in the Adelaide Hills in 2022. A long, slow, cool vintage lead to great flavour development at low baumes whilst retaining great natural acidity. The Pinot Noir was handpicked from the best part of the block. (Cane pruned) One third of the Syrah was handpicked for the whole bunch component with the remaining two thirds being selectively harvested in the cool of night. Each variety and parcel was fermented separately in 1, 2 and 5 tonne open fermenters with varying percentages of whole bunches in each ferment, averaging out around 30% wholebunch ferment. Drained and pressed prior to dryness with ferment finishing in tank or seasoned French oak hogsheads and puncheons depending on the parcel. The wine was aged in seasoned French oak for 6 months. Vegan friendly.

Tasting Note - Light berry red in colour with lifted perfumed aromas of raspberry, strawberry and a touch of spice. Light to medium bodied on the palate with layers of red berries, cherries and a hint of white pepper. A light dry red wine that is best enjoyed young and fresh.

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