‘Outstanding’ 5-star rated winery, James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion 2015
Delamere Vineyards were planted in 1982 in the Pipers River region in northeast Tasmania making it one of the oldest plantings not only in the region but in Tasmania. They have 6.5ha under vine and its age makes it a rare resource in Tasmania. The ironstone rich soils are perfectly suited to the cultivars of pinot noir and chardonnay, and was established in the traditional French design used in Burgundy and Champagne. The deep red Ferrosol soils offer great fertility, excess water drainage and moisture retention, meaning that irrigation is not required. The vineyard is densely planted (7500 vines per ha) and has a vertical shoot position trellis system with a very low fruiting wire, some 60cm off the ground. The low yield per vine and the reflective heat from the ground produces wines with superior depth of flavour and ripe well-developed tannins. Vine age and subsequent natural balance are key factors in the consistent production of wines with great structure and harmony.
Vintage Conditions
Northern Tasmania had average winter rainfall, increasing to above average in late spring, setting the scene for excellent growth as the weather warmed. Here at Delamere we had a slightly cooler season leaving the wines with crisp acidity and a taut structure that will see them age very gracefully.
Winemaking
The grapes for our Blanc de Blanc were whole bunch pressed, wild fermented followed by full malo and tiraging. 4 years aging on lees and a low dosage of less than 2 grams allows the voluptuous flavours of the fruit to shine through. All our sparkling wines are made in the traditional method with the Blanc de Blanc seeing a minimum of 4 years ageing in total before we will release it.
Tasting Notes
A pretty and delicate nose of blossom, white peach, and a hint of oyster shell that is typical of Blanc de Blanc at Delamere. Rich and refined on the palate with flavours of citrus fruit, toast and a lingering finish of fine minerality with a hint of nuttiness.
Food matches
The classic match of fine Blanc de Blanc and foie gras on brioche would be perfect for the 2014 Blanc de Blanc. The richer, nuttier notes will develop as the wine matures making it the perfect match for scallops, roast chicken or Portobello mushrooms with thyme and garlic butter.
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