2002 Sauvignon Blanc

An intensely aromatic nose distinctive to cool climate Sauvignon Blanc

  • Awards:

    Silver: Margaret River wine Show 2002.
    Bronze: Royal Perth, Royal Hobart, Royal Sydney

  • Region:

    100% Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River.

  • Bouquet:

    Hamelin Bay`s 2002 Sauvignon Blanc has an intensely aromatic nose distinctive to cool climate Sauvignon Blanc that combines mouth watering savoury herbaceousness with characters of vanilla bean and green melon. The colour is pale green lemon with brilliant clarity.

  • Palate:

    The palate is strikingly fresh with excellent persistence of flavour. The balance between mineral flavours, and crisp acidity provide for an appetizing dry finish.

  • Source:

    Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River

  • Vintage Characteristics:

    Mild dry year.

  • Vinification:

    95% stainless steel and 5% barrel fermentation.

  • Cellaring Potential:

    Drink now to 2004.

  • Oak Treatment:

    5% barrel fermented in one year French oak barriques.

  • Serving Suggestion:

    Enjoy with fresh oysters.

  • Alcohol:

    12.7%

  • Sweetness:

    Dry

  • Residual Sugar:

    0.7g/L

  • pH:

    3.3

  • Acidity:

    6.9g/L

  • Harvest Date:

    March 2002

  • Bottling Date:

    July 2002

  • Tasting Notes:

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