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Mitolo - Jester - Vermentino 2016
- Producer Mitolo Wines
- Blend 100% Vermentino
- Country Australia
- Region South Australia
- Appellation McLaren Vale
- UPC 8 36974 00038 4
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In a short period of time Mitolo has become recognized as one of the finest producers in McLaren Vale. Mitolo is a family owned business, started by and led by the founder and owner Frank Mitolo’s vision to create a range of wines of individuality, integrity and utmost quality. Whether it is in the vineyard, or in the winery, or the work of the different coopers who source and shape the diverse barrels which are used at Mitolo, each wine is nurtured and developed with a zealous passion that spares no effort to ensure that the best of everything is brought together to make wines of purity, elegance and power.
Vineyard
The vineyards are in the Willunga district in the southern end of McLaren Vale. The heavy grey loam soil over sandstone, intermixed with black Biscay clay, combined with a maritime climate, contribute to an even ripening period and the development of rich fruit flavours and ripe tannins.
Vinification
The Vementino grapes are hand-picked in the cool of the night, crushed and pressed gently, then taken immediately off the skins. The juice is held cool for five days, racked and fermented at a very cool 50°F for up to two weeks, capturing the delicate fruit characters. Once fermentation is completed, the wine is stabilized and filtered before being bottled.
Wine
Winemaker Ben Glaetzer's vision for Jester Vermentino was to achieve a crisp, fresh flavor profile. The grapes are harvested early, which results in lower sugars but good fruit flavors, and a final profile that is seamlessly dry with a refreshingly low alcohol level.
