Zephyr Robbers Dog Natural Fermented 2021
Zephyr Robbers Dog is one you'll want to catch before it flees! Will take you by surprise with its ethereal aromas and structural flair. Dark yellow colour. Smells and tastes like clementines, spice and breakfast negronis. The bright and fresh palate closes in a texturally complex finish.
Fun Fact: “Off like a robbers dog” was a common phrase oft said by Ben Grover when they had to scurry, act fast and leave the scene of something unbecoming.
Blend of 70% Semillon, 30% Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer and Riesling. The fruit comes from Zephyr's single vineyards in the Dillons Point sub-region of Marlborough, alongside Opawa River. The north facing vineyards experience a prevailing gentle breeze, moderate temperatures and plenty of sunshine. These organic vineyards are only 3km from the high tide mark and approximately 10 metres above sea level. Its close proximity to the sea gives the wines a distinctive umami note and salty influence that creates a unique sense of place. The vines grow in fertile soils with a Kaiapoi silt loam structure.
Hand harvesting of the fruit. 100% whole bunch natural fermentation (destemming of only Sauvignon Blanc) in an open top French oak fermenter with hand plunging every 3 days until dry, then it is sealed up and gassed. Spends 77 days on skins before the wine is pressed into a stainless steel tank and left to rest before hand bottling (minimal sulphites added).
