Rutherglen Estate Shelley's Block Marsanne Viognier Roussanne 2018
Rutherglen Estate Shelley's Block Marsanne Viognier Roussanne 2018
Dozen Price: $191.88
RRP: $18.00
The 2018 Rutherglen Estate Shelley's Block Marsanne Viognier Roussanne is pale straw with green hues, complex, citrus, spice, apricot, ginger with hazelnut and dry herb aromas. The palate has beautiful length and structure, soft texture, with nutty, citrus and delicate spice notes.
Wine Specifications
Wine Specifications
Variety: Marsanne Viognier Roussanne
Size: 750mL
Region: Rutherglen
ABV: 13.5%
Vintage: 2018
Winery & Vintage Info
The Rutherglen Estate was acquired by the iconic De Bortoli Family Wines in 2018, and is the world leader in production of fortified wines such as Muscat, Port and Topaque (formerly known as Tokay). One of the most progressive and diverse viticultural regions in Australia, Rutherlgen is also recognised for producing premium quality red wines and many European white varietals.
Modern classic winery, with respect for tradition. Situated in the north-east corner of Victoria, it is one of the most progressive and diverse viticultural regions in Australia.
The Rutherglen Estate Shelley's Block Marsanne Viognier Roussanne 2018 is grown on the De Bortoli Shelley’s Vineyard on the eastern edge of the Rutherglen region. The site has interesting gravel, clay and alluvial soil mix.
The start of Spring held promise with warmer than average temperatures but small and regular rain meant that growth was even and strong. In December and January temperatures were significantly higher than average with December being 3.5 degrees above and January being 5.7 degrees above the long term average. This placed a strain on the vines, and with careful monitoring and irrigation they got through the January period with reduced berry size and yields but in reasonable condition. Careful vineyard management of both vine canopy and irrigation was the key.
The wine was fermented using a mix of tank fermentation and French oak barrels. Following fermentation, the wine was then aged on lees for 7 months. Stirring and malolactic fermentation was avoided to retain the natural acidity and drive of the wine and so not to interfere with the wine’s bright zesty fruit profile.
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