Production
The Camillona vineyard consists of 2 blocks, planted in 2000. Situated on a north east hilltop site, about 300m above sea level, these low-cropping Sauvignon Blanc grapes, flourish. The easterly disposition, which avoids the flavour stripping hot afternoon sun, together with free draining, gravelly clay soils provide excellent conditions for growing quality, fruit-packed Sauvignon Blanc grapes. The relatively young vines are trained in the classic vertical shoot positioning manner using cane pruning. Each block is processed separately, being hand harvested in the first ten days of September, chilled, destemmed and crushed. They are pressed to a stainless steel tank for settling for 36 hours. Steel tanks are used for the fermentation to allow for temperature control. The wine is bottled in the following spring.
Tasting notes
A fine, elegant style of Sauvignon with citrus fruit aromas lifted by ripe gooseberry and floral notes. Zesty acidity balances delicate varietal typicity on the palate, teamed with crisp grapefruit flavours, which makes this an attractive and characterful wine.
Food match
Simple fish dishes, grilled chicken or goats cheese and red pepper with fresh basil.
