Vineyards
This 11 year old drylands bush vines consist of 60% GD1 clones, 20% GD315 clone and 20% GD16 clones planted in Darling. Vineyards is planted in a sandy loam structured soils.
Winemaking
The Morningstar Semillon is 100% grapes from Darling. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at low temperatures. The wine is kept on the lees for 10months before bottling.
Analysis
Alcohol 10.5%
Total Acidity 5.8g/l
Residual Sugar 2.4g/l
pH 3.51
Winemakers notes
In Darling you will find tiny vineyards that displays unique characteristics found only in this microclimate. This wine is packed with citrus and lime flavours and has a fresh, zesty finish.
Awards
Bizoe Morningstar Semillon 2018 – 90 Points Platter’s Guide 2021