Description
Pedestal
Pedestal is so named due to the elevation of the Margaret River vineyard we initially sourced fruit from to create these wines.
It is with our Pedestal range, now encompassing a number of vineyards from north to south, that we seek to uncover and express sub-regionality in this part of the world. In general terms, Northern Margaret River is better suited to red wines with its slightly warmer Indian Ocean influence whereas southern Margaret River is better suited to whites and the cooling influence of the Southern Ocean breeze.
Here we show images of Margaret River that are aromatic and vibrant, not heavily oaked. The concept of Pedestal is about raising the fruit expression above any winemaking construct.
The Vintage
The region experienced good winter and spring rainfall followed by a cool summer. These factors resulted in a later than usual grape harvest. Yields were down but quality was generally excellent across both whites and reds.
The winemaking
The fruit was hand harvested and transported to the winery where it was cooled overnight and hand sorted. Maceration lasted for 4 weeks with minimal pump overs and temperatures ranging from 12°~27°C. The wine was pressed to tank and allowed to settle for 7 days prior to oak maturation.
The wine
Aromas of red earth with a compote of berries and fine nuances of dried bay leaf. The oak is gentle with soft tannins and spice notes with a long complex finish.
