Bancroft Bridge Semillon Chardonnay 2007

Region
Riverina

Appearance
Pale straw

Bouquet
Aromas of lifted citrus and stonefruits complexed with just a hint of vanillin oak

Palate
This refreshing, zesty wine with its burst of fresh lemon/lime citrus flavours, is balanced with subtle vanillin oak mid palate giving texture and length but nevertheless finishing with crisp balanced acidity.

Vintage Conditions
Drought conditions led to an earlier vintage than normal. Dry weather and warm sunny days with low cropping levels resulted in wines with excellent flavour concentration.

Winemaking
Fruit classification was based on vineyards producing fruit with the desired flavour profile for Bancroft Bridge. Healthy berries exhibiting citrus, melon and stone fruit characters were selected. The wine was fermented over a two week period between 12ºC and 14ºC. A portion was fermented on American oak and another portion, 20% underwent malolactic fermentation.

Wine Analysis
Alc/Vol : 13.0%   pH : 3.31   TA : 5.89 g/L

Cellaring
This wine is designed for immediate enjoyment but can be cellared for up to
two years under good conditions

Suggested Cuisine
Perfect with chicken dishes, salads or simple fish dishes.

General Characteristics
Medium Dry  Medium Bodied