Voyager Estate Sparkling Chenin Blanc 2023

Voyager Estate Sparkling Chenin Blanc is a traditional-method sparkling white grown on one block in Margaret River.

The difference in this release is a small parcel, about 5 per cent, siphoned off to ferment in a new oak puncheon, which adds a layer of flavour and a little breadth. Everything else comes from Weightmans Block 1, a patch that ripens and builds flavour early while keeping acidity high and alcohol low. Bunches were hand-picked and pressed whole straight to tank for a cool ferment. After a short maturation the wine was bottled for its second fermentation and left on lees until February, then disgorged, the dosage light at four to five grams per litre.

There is apple and lemon up front, then a savoury, nutty note from the oak portion and a dry, mineral finish. Six to eight degrees. Pair it with prawn cutlets, a roast chicken, or aged Gouda.

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