This wine was produced on a certified Biodynamic, Carbon Neutral and naturally powered estate. This outstanding blend from the 2018 vintage is a brilliant image of the vintage. Very high quality fruit with precise natural acidity guaranteeing great drinking over the next 10 years.
2018
Cullen Mangan Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc Semillon
This wine was produced on a certified Biodynamic, Carbon Neutral and naturally powered estate. This outstanding blend from the 2018 vintage is a brilliant image of the vintage. Very high quality fruit with precise natural acidity guaranteeing great drinking over the next 10 years.
/750ml
| VOLUME | 750 mL |
|---|---|
| REGION / COUNTRY | West Australia, Australia |
| Varieties | 74% Sauvignon Blanc, 21% Semillon, 5% Verdelho |
| ALC % | 12.50% |
| Harvest | 13th to 27th of February 2018 |
| Vineyard | 100% Mangan Vineyard |
| Oak | 10% of the Sauvignon Blanc for 3 months in second fill French oak |
| Cellar | Enjoy now or for up to 10 years |
| Bouquet | Complex aromas of passion fruit, freshly cut grass and citrus |
| Food | Kingfish Ceviche |
| Palate | Lovely texture and displaying intense notes of lime, lemon and tropical fruit like papaya. Rich, long with a lovely savoury finish |
2018 Vintage
Growing season conditions
During the growing season, traditional wet weather conditions prevailed through the winter months. Rainfall was close to 20% above 15 year average. 565mm, average 474mm.
Spring/Summer conditions
Great spring conditions for the dry grown estate, good soil moisture reserves, followed by warm and dry conditions in November contributed to excellent conditions for flowering and fruit-set. This also contributed to healthy canopy growth and good shoot extension, leading into the summer months. 20% below average rainfall. 148mm, average 187mm.
Summer/Harvest conditions
The beginning of summer set the vines up well for the remainder of the season. Average temperatures through December and above average rainfall allowed for canopies to continue to function well, soil moisture reserves to be kept up and berry development to remain on track.
The remaining months of summer, January and February, leading into the 2018 vintage had temperatures which were below average, however this allowed for very effective photosynthesis within the canopies and consistent even ripening of the fruit. The vines were not impacted by any severe heat or moisture stress. Average daily maximums through January and February were 25 degrees, 1 to 2 degrees below average, and only 5 days above 30 degrees.
Yields
Healthy, balanced yields (average to above average) were experienced across all varieties which was helped by the late spring conditions. The moderate temperatures through the summer provided for excellent fruit composure, with great intensity of flavor.
Stand out varieties
Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon (exceptional), Malbec & Merlot. Excellent vintage for concentration, balance and perfume.
