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Hoddles Creek, Pinot Gris, Yarra Valley, 2024
A fascinating wine, with great flavour, energy and tension, and a bit of tannin - as it’s in part vinified more like a red than a white. The salmon pink hue (not orange) comes from the natural rosey pigmentation in the skins of the Pinot... Read More
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ColourWhite
RegionGippsland
GrowerHoddles Creek
Grape VarietyPinot Gris
Vintage2024
ABV12.5%
Bottle75cl
ClosureScrewcap
DietaryVegan
CodeHOD424
Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris
Origins
- France - a mutation of Pinot Noir
Characteristics
- Light (Italy) to medium intensity (warmer climate)
- Low acidity, slightly neutral in flavour
- Light to full bodied, with low to medium alcohol levels (11-13 degrees)
- Some spiciness in good...
James Halliday
James Halliday is a renowned Australian wine writer, critic, and winemaker, widely recognised as one of the most influential figures in the Australian wine industry. He has a long and distinguished career that spans several decades, during which he has authored or co-authored over 40 books on wine. His work includes major contributions to prestigious wine publications like the Larousse...
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Hoddles Creek, Pinot Gris, Yarra Valley, 2024
A fascinating wine, with great flavour, energy and tension, and a bit of tannin - as it’s in part vinified more like a red than a white. The salmon pink hue (not orange) comes from the natural rosey pigmentation in the skins of the Pinot Gris grape. Almost all of the blend is hand picked into tanks and foot stomped to release the juice so it can be in contact with the skins. No sulphur is added and the wine is chilled down to 12 degrees to wait for fermentation to begin. Near the completion of fermentation, it’s pressed and the juice goes into old oak barrel to finish. A small proportion of the blend is destemmed - but not crushed - and left to soak for 24 hours at 12 degrees; fermentation kicks off naturally. This is then pressed after about seven days on skins: this more tannic component is effectively treated as a red wine.
“70% fermented on skins for three days with the balance on skins for 14 days. A bright and enticing pale salmon. Aromatic with its bouquet of poached white pear, red apple and jasmine. Gently textured with just the right amount of grip to balance. A beautifully made and interesting pinot gris to pair with everything from cheese to grilled fish and chicken. Gold 96/100”, Philip Rich, James Halliday Wine Companion, 9th September 2024.
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