Sorrenberg Gamay 2025
Tasting notes
Cherry and plum are accompanied by earthy undertones. The fruit follows through to a balanced palate, with integrated acidity, refined tannins and a long finish.
Vineyard
Sorrenberg is a three-hectare Beechworth vineyard established in 1984 at an elevation of 560 metres. Its sandy loam soils lie mainly over granite, adjoining red mudstone.
How it is made
The 2025 blend includes 10% Pinot Noir. Half the Gamay was picked cold, crushed and soaked for four days before fermentation. Between 10% and 20% of the fruit was retained whole in the ferments. Natural yeast fermentation continued for two weeks on skins, followed by pressing and eleven months of maturation in oak.