2021
THE BENEVOLENT
Montepulciano
Our 2021 Montepulciano displays vibrant, rich deep purple hues with generous aromatics of ripe raspberries, all spice and plums, followed on the palate with dark red Morello cherries and a firm, lingering subtle tannin finish.
The Montepulciano is an Italian grape variety, which when grown in Eden Valley, creates a fruit driven lively palate of cherries and cranberries which gives away to a spicy aromatic finish.
Our winemaker, Jo Irvine, has expertly crafted our Montepulciano to be a true expression of the late ripening variety.
'The Benevolent' is named after our ancestor Heindrich Fiebiger, who committed a lifetime of generosity to his community and family. He was awarded a medal by his community as a token of appreciation for his many deeds of kindness..
$ 29.95GST INC/750ml
VINTAGE
VARIETAL
TECHNICAL
VOLUME
WINEMAKING
CELLARING
2021
100% Montepulciano
14.5% Alcohol, 5.7 Acid, 3.0 pH
750 mL
Minimum skin contact before crushing and pressing.
Slow cool in-tank fermentation.
Potential to cellar for up to 10 years. Serve at 9°C
The Vineyard
Our “The Benevolent” Montepulciano is made from a neighbouring vineyard to our property in Keyneton, part of the Eden Valley wine region. This unique variety Montepulciano is a relatively new to Australia variety which originated in Italy. Its a hardy variety which thrives in our rocky well drained soil and warm climate. Single vineyard.
Background
We have named our wines after our ancestor Heinrich Fiebiger, and the many roles he undertook in the formative years of settlement in the region. Our “The Interpreter” Rosè is named after Heinrich’s valuable asset as translator for public meetings in those pioneering days. Our family have remained in Keyneton, part of the Eden Valley wine region for over 150 years.
The Vintage
The 2021 vintage was harvested on February, after conditions which provided a classic Montepulciano growing season. A wet winter was followed by a mild spring and summer which provided perfect ripening for our fruit.
Our Winemaking
Our winemaker Jo Irvine is renowned for her skills in making Montepulciano. Her finesse and skill in making our Montepulciano ensures it is clean and pure in flavour, with the right acid balance.
Wine Profile
This is a true expression of the late ripening variety. It displays vibrant, rich deep purple hues with generous aromatics of ripe raspberries, all spice and plums, followed on the palate with dark red Morello cherries and a firm, lingering subtle tannin finish.
Food Pairing
This wine is appreciated with generous helpings of slow cooked and cured meat dishes.
