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AUSTRALIAN Willunga 100 McLaren Vale Viognier 2009
Producer
Willunga 100 is in McLaren Vale, south of Adelaide.
The grapes for the Willunga wines come from a range of selected vineyards in McLaren Vale and Adelaide Hills, including some over 50 years old. Winemaker Tim James uses modern equipment alongside traditional winemaking techniques, including open-top fermenters, to ferment the small parcels of fruit arriving at the winery. Willunga 100 aims to produce unique and distinctive wines which capture the essence of the region.
Vineyards
McLaren Vale has a warm Mediterranean climate with a strong cooling influence from the Gulf of St Vincent. Fruit for this wine was sourced from both the McLaren Vale and Adelaide Hills regions to add complexity and balance to the wine. The McLaren Vale fruit (75%) imparts the richer more aromatic flavours that have become synonymous with great Australian Viognier, whilst the cooler climate Adelaide Hills portion (25%) adds wonderful acid structure and more delicate citrus, mineral notes.
Vinification
The fruit was hand picked to ensure optimal quality when being delivered to the winery. It was crushed and pressed with only the free run and light pressings being kept. Fermentation took place in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks using wild yeasts, to add complexity and depth of flavour to the wine. At the completion of fermentation, the wine remained on fine lees for a short period of time before stabilisation and early bottling to maximise freshness.
Tasting Notes
Amazing lifted aromatics of sweet spring flowers, apricot kernels and a fine minerality greets you in the glass, followed by a well balanced palate with crisp acidity showing a hint of modern Condrieu style, although there has been no oak influence in this wine.
| Vintage |
2010 |
| Grape varieties |
100% Viognier |
| Region |
McLaren Vale, South Australia |
| Winemaker |
Tim James |
| Closure |
Stelvin |
| Alcohol (ABV) |
14%% |
