2023 Pinocchio Rosato
Nero d'Avola picked for rosé, whole bunch pressed, wild fermented in old barriques and left seven months on gross lees, which is more work than this style usually gets. Wild strawberry, raspberry and rose petal, with juicy berry fruit, a touch of citrus and a crisp, dry finish.
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Tasting Notes
NOSE
Bright red berry aromas, with wild strawberry, raspberry and a delicate hint of rose petal.
PALATE
Fresh and lively, showing juicy berry fruit and a touch of citrus. Vibrant acidity brings balance and freshness, leading to a crisp, dry finish.
Pinocchio
VINTAGE
For the third year in the past four, the summer of 2022/23 in South Eastern Australia has again been punctuated by cooler and wetter conditions than average. Starting in November 2022 these weather conditions resulted in lower than desirable pollination levels and ultimately yields being half what we would normally see. On the bright side the low yields and cool summer have seen a slow and progressive ripening of fruit with lovely acid retention and beautiful elegance for whites and reds alike!
WINEMAKING
The hand harvested grapes were gently whole bunch pressed and the expressed juice was sent to a stainless steel vessel. After settling, the clear pink juice was separated from the solids where it was allowed to commence fermentation with natural ("wild") yeast. Fermentation took place in old oak barriques, where the wine remained for a further 7 months on gross lees to enhance its richness and complexity. Once the ageing process was complete the resulting wine was again racked to stainless steel tanks where it was stabilised and filtered in preparation for bottling.
Best paired with
- Grilled prawns with garlic and chilli
- Watermelon and feta salad with mint
- Antipasto with prosciutto and marinated vegetables