2003 Sauvignon Blanc

The fresh nose exhibits floral lime esters and vanilla pea characters, with hints of mineral slate and fresh mint.

  • Awards:

    Bronze Medal Royal Perth and Margaret River.

  • Region:

    100% Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River.

  • Colour:

    The colour is water white with brilliant clarity.

  • Bouquet:

    The fresh nose exhibits floral lime esters and vanilla pea characters, with hints of mineral slate and fresh mint.

  • Palate:

    The palate is more delicate than previous vintages, with moderate length and crisp vibrant acidity. The use of 5% barrel fermentation in new French oak completes this wine with excellent length of flavour layering the chalky minerality thatHamelin Bays wines have become known.

  • Source:

    Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River

  • Vintage Characteristics:

    Mild dry vintage.

  • Vinification:

    92.5% stainless stell and 7.5% barrel fermented.

  • Cellaring Potential:

    Drink now to 2004.

  • Oak Treatment:

    7.5% barrel fermented in new French oak.

  • Serving Suggestion:

    Enjoy with a dozen natural oysters.

  • Alcohol:

    13.2%

  • Sweetness:

    Dry

  • Residual Sugar:

    1.5g/L

  • pH:

    3.17

  • Acidity:

    6.5g/L

  • Harvest Date:

    March 2003

  • Bottling Date:

    August 2003

  • Tasting Notes:

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