La Motte Sauvignon Blanc 2023

In the glass, the wine is a delicate straw colour with a slight green tinge. Intense gooseberry and lime aromas on the nose find harmony in nuances of dried grass. The mouthfeel is supple but vibrant with plenty of fresh lemon and winter melon flavours that linger on the palate. While the acidity is lower than previous vintages, the wine's refreshing character and low residual sugar ensure it is beautifully balanced.

A variety of soil types and clones are represented, but each vineyard grows in its own macro climate. All the vineyards are trellised and managed to maintain the perfect balance between leaf coverage and yield. Thanks to the variety in terroir, each area's distinctive grapes make a unique contribution to the character of this wine.

Grapes were harvested at between 17° and 23° Balling to capture natural acidity and produce fuller, riper flavours. The process was reductive, with cold fermentation at 14 °C. After fermentation, the wine was left on the lees to enhance complexity. For further complexity, the wine was blended with 5% Semillon.

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