MILES FROM NOWHERE BEST BLOCK CAB SAU 19

Grapes for Miles From Nowhere Best Block Cab Sauv were sourced from our low yielding sites, small batch. Specific rows allocated to the blend in the vineyard by taste. Fruit received an extensive cold soak prior to the onset of primary fermentation. Partially because it was harvested on a very cool autumn morning. A low rate of yeast was initially added to this tank and when the must had gradually warmed to 20°C the balance of yeast was added. Then inoculated immediately and was fermented at higher temperatures up to 30°C to aid extraction. Both parcels were left on skins for 7-14+ days post fermentation prior to pressing off. Post fermentation the wine was matured in French barriques for 14-16 months. After maturation individual barrels were selected by the winemaking team for the blend.