Production Notes
A delicious blend of Barbera, Tempranillo, Dolcetto, Refosco and Sangiovese. All components were fermented separately in open tubs and hand plunged. A combination of selected yeast and wild yeast were used across the different components. Each batch was pressed pressed directly to a variety of vessels, including old oak, stainless steel and flexcubes for malolactic fermentation and maturation. Components were kept separate until blending and filtration. Bottled November 2021.
Tasting Notes
Smashable wine with plumy ripe fruit and fine tannins.
Technical details
Region: Alpine Valleys and King Valley
Variety: 37% Barbera, 23% Tempranillo, 18% Dolcetto, 13.0% Refosco, 9.0% Sangiovese
Alcohol: 13.5%
Winemaker: Jo Marsh & Glenn James
Awards
Awarded GOLD at the 2022 Australian Alternative Varieties Wine Show
Awarded GOLD at the Victorian Wine Show 2022
Reviews
"Demonstrates why blends matter, and even more so why Mediterranean grape varieties are so well suited to this part of the world. Vivid, deep purple hues. Red cherry, wild raspberry, fennel seed, earth and spice aromas are welcoming, fresh and vital. The palate is supple and even with a brisk acid crunch. So good, so more-ish. Terrific value." Awarded 94 points, Halliday Wine Companion, Jeni Port, published 21 February 2022
"Blend of Barbera, Tempranillo, Dolcetto, Refosco and Sangiovese. It’s a dry red with plenty of juicy fruit flavour – though there’s more to it than that. Indeed when I use the word "plenty”, I should also say that it’s made in a light- to medium-weight style. Fruit is the main game but it’s not heavy or dense. Dried herb and floral notes add plenty of interest and the finish has a lovely dryness to it. In short, there’s plenty to enjoy here." Rated 91 Points, The Winefront, Campbell Mattinson - 4 October 2022
"Got mates popping round for pizza? Have this little beauty ready to rock and roll. The blend of barbera, tempranillo, dolcetto, refosco and sangiovese from the Alpine Valleys is juicy but savoury all at once. Italy in a bottle." The Sydney Morning Herald - Good Food guide, Katie Spain - Published 21 March 2023
Vintage
2021