Cuvée Stella 2021
WINE REFLECTION
Cuvée Stella 2021 embodies the unique expression of our Mount Pisa vineyard's clay-dominant soils. This wine showcases depth, structure, and complexity, characteristic of these soil types, presenting a counterpoint to our schist-derived Cuvée Madeline.
VINEYARD
Source: Mount Pisa Vineyard, Central Otago
Soil: Predominantly clay and loam-based
Variety: 100% Pinot Noir, broad spectrum of clones
VINTAGE NOTES
High on the slopes, on deep clays and pockets of loam, stoic vines stand broad-shouldered, emanating from sturdy foundations. These self-assured vines articulate place and time with minimal coaxing.
WINEMAKING
Our winemaking techniques are simple and gentle to allow for the transfer from soil to wine and to capture the season. Fermentation is natural, either spontaneous or encouraged by use of pied de cuve.
Harvest: 3 days, centered on April 6th
Yield: 4.0 t/ha average
Fermentation: Multiple small-batch, natural fermentations
Whole Bunch: 13% average
Maceration: 22 days on skins average
Maturation: French oak barrels and demi-muids (27% new oak)
Bottled: November 22, 2022
TECHNICAL INFORMATION (Post Bottling)
Alcohol: 14.0%
pH: 3.71
Total Acidity: 5.7 g/L