Harvest Date: 3 April Brix at Harvest: 23.5 Brix average over both vineyards Residual Sugar: 3.7 gm/litre TA: 4.8 gm/litre pH: 3.50
The 2001 growing season started off very well with above average monthly temperatures, although sunshine hours were lower than usual. February was very cool and as a result berry ripening slowed down. However the season really came together in March, with huge amounts of sunshine and warmth. Ripening was even through the vineyards and the cool nights helped develop intense aromatic flavours. Huia experienced an excellent vintage with real fruit intensity and ripeness showing in the wines.
The Fell Vineyard is one of the oldest vineyards in the Wairau Valley. The distinctively Turkish delight flavoured Gewürztraminer grapes were picked from 23-year-old vines on their own roots. They were harvested 5th April with the grape sugar level at 23.5 Brix. The juice was very clear with a golden edge. Indigenous yeasts were used to ferment the grapes for the additional richness they impart to the wine. The ferment was long and slow to retain the aromatic characters of this wine.
On the nose, rose petals and honeysuckle abound. This is an aromatic full flavoured wine with floral, lychee and ginger flavours. The balance and depth of the palate supports a long dry finish.
WINES - Tasting Notes
