Fermented in static fermenters co-inoculated with malolactic bacteria, with gentle pump overs each day before sitting on skins for week. Each parcel was then pressed, settled and matured with a selection of American oak for 14 - 18 months prior to being blended.
The vintage conditions in 2022 were warm and dry allowing for perfect ripening conditions of our Chardonnay in McLaren Vale and Kuitpo in the Adelaide Hills.
A barrel selection of distinguished parcels of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot this limited release of ACJ has outstanding varietal and regional characteristics.
A textured Chardonnay with crisp acidity complemented by green apples and almond biscotti characters and great length, with peach and grapefruit aromas.
Fermented in static fermenters co-inoculated with malolactic bacteria, with gentle pump overs each day before sitting on skins for week. Each parcel was then pressed, settled and matured with a selection French oak 14 - 18 months prior to being blended.
