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NOTES
Driven by quality and a hands-on approach, Hollick wines are made from three core vineyards. Neilson's Block, planted by Ian and Wendy in 1975, the nearby Wilgha vineyard, purchased in 1987 and the Red Ridge vineyard developed in 1998 at Wrattonbully, giving Hollick over 200 acres of vineyard in total. Eighty percent is planted to red varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese and Petit Verdot. The balances of the vineyards are planted to the white varieties of Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon.
Coonawarra soil is the classic Terra Rossa over limestone, providing excellent drainage and the right balance of nutrients, the ideal medium for vine growth and production of high quality fruit. Since the renaissance of Coonawarra in the 1950's, the region has produced many classic red wines, mainly based on Cabernet Sauvignon. Coonawarra has become synonymous with this grape variety and is recognised and admired world wide as a leading area for the production of premium quality table wines. The long and cool ripening season also produces white wines of distinction, particularly from Riesling, Chardonnays and more recently Sauvignon Blanc.
In the vineyard, Hollick wines utilise a blend of traditional methods and modern technology, which are employed to achieve balance in the wine and consistency of style in the market place.
TASTING NOTES
Mild and dry days combined with the typical cool nights of Coonawarra to produce highly favourable growing season conditions in 2006. This culminated in an earlier than average harvest of exceptional quality Chardonnay.
Harvested in the cool of morning twilight, the fruit was delivered to the winery in pristine condition. Gentle and careful pressing ensued with the highest quality free run juice transferred to tank for overnight settling.
To encourage richness and complexity of palate, light lees were racked with the juice to a mix of French oak Hogsheads. A cool and even fermentation followed. Further flavour development was achieved through 10 months of yeast lees contact and regular stirring. Partial malo-lactic fermentation contributes to an outstanding Coonawarra Chardonnay.
In its youth the wine is straw yellow with green tinges at the rim. With age it will develop deep golden hues. Rich and lifted aromas of white peach, honey dew and citrus blossom resonate over butterscotch, toasted almond, flint and subtle spice. The full and complex palate of fresh fruit and mineral notes compliment the soft, creamy mouth
feel. A succulent and balanced wine with an elegant structure, fine texture and excellent persistence.
Cellar with confidence for 3 to 5 years to enhance the wine’s richness and complexity.
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