De Bortoli The Estate Vineyard Gamay Noir 2020 (Yarra Valley)

The Estate Vineyard wines are elegant, handcrafted wines that reflect the unique characters of the De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate in Dixons Creek. Mature vines, minimal handling, thoughtful winemaking. Exceptional quality with a distinct sense of place. The Estate Vineyard takes the place of what was known as The Estate Grown.

Fruit was hand harvested and hand sorted. A combination of whole berry 70% and whole bunch 30% is tipped into open fermenters. 15-18 days of maceration and fermentation with wild yeast. Pressed, settled overnight and then filled to barrel by gravity. Allowed to mature for 6 months at 16°C in 500L French casks.

The Estate Vineyard Gamay Noir is typified by perfume, crunchiness, some whole bunch characters, textural flavours and overall drinkability.