Rookery Petit Verdot
2006


Rookery, Kangaroo Island, isolated and pristine. Vineyard 35 deg 45 mins South. Warm 1500 heat degree days ( HDD ) Maritime. Cool Summers and warm Winters.
Soils - sandy loam over clay. Limestone parent material.

VINTAGE

The 2006 was a long growing season which Petit Verdot prefers. Although limited water was available, this was achieved to produce a wine with strong tannins and characteristic flavours.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Grape variety; 100% Petit Verdot
Zone; Fleurieu
Region; Kangaroo Island
Analysis; Alcohol 14.5% Ph 3.6 T/A 6.59.
Colour; Very good purple colour.
Winemaking; Crush & destem. Quality Oak for 18 months.


TASTING NOTES

Aroma; Lifted fruit with spicy cherry/plum notes, plus a hint of oak.
Palate; Full palate with strong tannins.
Assessment; A solid wine of positive character.
Serve with; Grain fed Australian Beef.


Petit Verdot 2006