Montalto Single Vineyard ‘The Eleven’ Chardonnay 2018
$60.001
GOLD
95
Points
Montalto Single Vineyard ‘Tuerong Block’ Chardonnay 2017
$60.004
TROPHIES
2
GOLD
96
Points
Montalto Estate Chardonnay 2018
$45.001
GOLD
95
Points
Montalto Pennon Hill Chardonnay 2019
$30.00
Montalto Estate Pinot Gris 2019
$36.00
Montalto Pennon Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2019
$25.00
Montalto Pennon Hill Pinot Grigio 2018
$27.001
GOLD
From 1 acre of Savagnin grapes planted in our red clay soils at Red Hill. Originally planted as Albariño, it was eventually identified, via DNA testing, to be Savagnin – seemingly, a clerical error had caused the initial confusion upon its importation into Australia. Savagnin is today best known as the signature grape of Jura in eastern France. It appears that our version of the variety is sourced from Spanish cuttings. In any event, we have taken the fruit and developed a style that we think best suits its new home in Red Hill.
Simon Black, Winemaker
The parent material of this vineyard is tertiary basalt from 20-40 million years ago, which gives rise to a red/brown ferrosol soil high in iron and magnesium. Fragmented weathered rocks rich in iron, appear at the surface on sections of the north-facing block. This geology is unique to the area and is what gives Red Hill its name.
'Established in 1985, the Tucks vines are planted in red volcanic clays with the elevation varying between 90 and 110 metres above sea level. A cooler site, which consistently delivers intensity of flavour and purity of fruit. Considered winemaking coaxes out what we think is the best expression of the site.'
Simon Black, Winemaker
The parent material of this vineyard is tertiary basalt from 20-40 million years ago, which gives rise to a red/brown ferrosol soil high in iron and magnesium. Fragmented weathered rocks rich in iron, appear at the surface on sections of the north-facing block. This geology is unique to the area and is what gives Red Hill its name. The steepest section in front of the main building has less topsoil and the harshest growing conditions for vines. This steepest sloping section is planted to old vine Pinot Noir and the roots run very deep in search of water and nutrients. The 1985 planting of Pinot Noir is established to a permanent cordon with old spur positions that yield exceptionally small bunches and concentrated flavours.
Tucks NOW Sauvignon Blanc 2019
$21.00
