Oakdene Vineyards

2017 OAKDENE JESSICA SINGLE VINEYARD BELLARINE PENINSULA SAUVIGNON

RRP $28 / 2025

Estate-grown, hand-picked, crushed straight to French barriques (15% new) for fermentation with cultured yeast and 8 months maturation. The use of ‘sauvignon’ (dropping ‘blanc’) is European (particularly French, more particularly the Loire Valley). The barrel fermentation and maturation reflects Robin Brockett’s experience on the Bellarine Peninsula, and the quality of the vineyard’s terroir. 12.8% alc.

WINES MANAGER Steven Paul How do you describe this style of sauvignon blanc?

With sauvignon blanc we are seeking texture, balance, restrained fruit and a long length of palate. This is achieved through barrel fermentation and the use of older oak to mature the wine. This style tends to have the ability to age, and match a broader range of foods.