Weeping Sands Rose 2011

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$24.00

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Total of 6 bottles of any Obsidian wines

Tasting Notes

Light, bright pink in the glass. The wine has lifted aromas of strawberries and blossom with underlying savoury notes providing complexity. The palate is fresh and clean with attractive red fruits and a gentle dry finish. (Winemakers Notes, 2011)

Production

Season:

An exceptionally hot dry spring was followed by a settled warm early summer. Late season became more unsettled with some rainfall events influencing harvest decisions.

Harvest:

Hand picked 25 March 2011

Analysis:

Total Acidity 5.7g/L, Alcohol 12 %, pH 3.36

Bottling:

July 2011, 304 Dozen

Vinification:

The fruit was destemmed before being gently pressed to stainless tanks where it was fermented cold to preserve and enhance aromatics. At dryness the wine was stabilized and bottled while still young and fresh.