Henrys Drive Pillar Box White 2009

NOTES

Named after the proprietor of the 19th century mail coach service which once ran through their property, Henry’s Drive Vignerons is the wine operation established by Kim Longbottom and her late husband Mark who sadly passed away in 2008. Today, Kim is continuing to build the family tradition of fine winemaking with brands such as Henry’s Drive, Parson’s Flat among others. These wines are testament to Kim and Mark’s dedication to crafting fine wines from Padthaway, one of Australia’s great wine growing regions.

TASTING NOTES

The Pillar Box White is generally made up of a majority of Sauvignon Blanc which was a highlight in fruit quality. The Sauvignon Blanc greatly contributes to the fresh lively aromas of limes, grapefruit, kiwi fruit, spicy fennel and a touch of grassiness. The Verdelho gives a little pineapple and lychee fruit as well as textural complexity on the palate, whilst the Chardonnay impacts on the palate weight and smoothness of the wine. The palate displays characteristic Sauvignon Blanc crispness and flinty mineral acidity, an attractive depth of fruit flavour and a persistent finish.