Brash Higgins 2015 ‘GR/M’ Grenache/Mataro Biodynamic

Two parcels of Grenache and Mataro from a Biodynamically farmed site in the distinctive sandy soils of Blewitt Springs were hand-picked on the same day and co-fermented using wild yeast in an open fermenter for 3 weeks. Ten months in trusty French puncheons further forged the fine red berry tones of Grenache (70%) with the savoury spice of Mataro (30%).

‘An elixir-like headiness to the perfume, notes of orange peel and spice from the Mataro co-mingles nicely with the lively, bright red fruit and chocolate notes of the Grenache. Really bright and refined, medium body and dusty tannins, the GR/M bristles with acidity, striking a nice counterbalance between the openly fruity nature of Grenache and the darker, more brooding grunt of Mataro.’ – Brad Hickey, Vinitor, March 4, 2016.

Additional information
Harvest date: March 6, 2015 Hand selected
Vineyards:
1.5 tons Grenache
0.5 tons Mataro-
Grower: Yangarra Estate, Blewitt Springs
Viticulture: Biodynamic Certified
Fermenter type: Open, wild yeast, co-ferment
Cap management: Hand plunged once daily
Days on skins: 22
Time in oak: 10 months
Oak origin: French
Oak age: 100% 6 year
Bottling date: January 21, 2015
Closure: Stelvin +
pH 3.53, TA 6.6g/l, alc 14.5%

190 cases

Price: $37 per bottle, $222 per 6 bottle case