Arneis
2006 ‘Eighteen55’ Arneis

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Our “1855’ Range of wines reflect the varietal fruit characters of each variety in a youthful and modern style. The soft and elegant palate is complemented by the full flavour of the wine. Enjoy these wines now or cellar to appreciate the complexities that develop over time.

Tasting Notes: Medium yellow in colour. Aromas of stone fruit and marzipan. Similar flavours on the palate. Subtle vanillin flavours from partial barrel fermentation.

Wine Analysis: Alcohol = 12.8 % , pH = 3.5, TA = 6.9

Vintage Notes: The 2006 vintage was again generally warm and dry, making the life of the vineyard manager a little easier than most years. The fruit was harvested on 3rd April at 13.1 Baume. The fruit was harvested slightly riper than 2005 to make a more intensely fruit driven wine and improve the longevity of wine.

Fruit Source: 100 % Southern Highlands

Peak Drinking: Next 3 years

Awards

Silver -  2007 South Coast Wine Show           
Silver – 2006 Australian Alternative Varieties Show

4.5 Stars   Winestate Magazine May 2007  “Top in category”

Review: "Delicate nose with musky, sweet, lifted floral aromas. Palate has balance, intensity and weight with good persistence of fresh, ripe apricot and melon-like flavours.”

Star Performers – Emerging Whites Gourmet Traveller Wine Magazine Oct/Nov 2007

Review: “This Arneis shows the variety’s very characteristic pear and orange fragrance. The palate has moderate weight – in contrast to the viogniers – yet shows good depth of tropical flavours and finishes tight and crisp. Otton found it complex with “honeysuckle and cashew, and a savoury, lemony tang”. Hooke added, “Mouth-watering aftertaste”.”

**** 90 points