Tasting note
This unique blend echoes Alsatian 'Gentil' tradition, uniting Pinot Gris's body, Gewürztraminer's spice, and Riesling's finesse. Pale yellow, fragrant nose with lychee, musk, ginger, Turkish delight notes. Glossy, textured palate with balanced phenolics, acid tension framing the rich mouthfeel.
Viticulture
This is the fourth year that all the Tupelo components have been sourced from the Coal River Valley; the Gewürztraminer from a vineyard just outside of Richmond, the Pinot Gris from Campania and the Riesling from Tea Tree and Campania.
Vinification
Hand-harvested on Mar 24, 2021: Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, some Riesling; Apr 20, 2021: remaining Riesling. Gentle 8hr skin contact, indigenous yeast fermentation in old oak. 15% Riesling skin ferment before stainless-steel tank. Aged on lees 3 months, stirred fortnightly.
Food Match
Barbecued prawns with honey sesame and lemon.