Bannockburn, Methode Traditionelle

Akarua Vintage Brut 2016

Strict ‘Methode Traditionelle’ with minimum three years on lees and an additional six months on cork before release. 70% Pinot Noir with 30% Chardonnay, only from our Cairnmuir Rd vineyard. A rare wine in small production and only in selected vintages .A complex nose of citrus peel, green apples, roasted almonds and vanilla bean custard. The palate shows a fine mineral thread and the creamy character on the nose follows through with orange citrus notes of tangerine. The structure is weighty and rich but beautifully balanced with taut, bright acidity and delicate persistent bead. A wine to help celebrate! ... read more