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2019 Michael Hall Sauvignon Blanc

Adelaide Hills, SA

Outstanding, complex barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc from the Adelaide Hills.

HIGH SCORE
STAFF PICK

$38.00

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About
A delicious, mouthfilling sauvignon blanc of rare quality.

James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)

About The Wine

Michael Hall has absolutely nailed this release of his highly respected Sauvignon Blanc.

A cunning combination of oak maturation and skin contact elevates this wine above the pack. The purity of fruit from the 2019 season is stunning. When tricked up with a little spicy oak and some chalky texture from the time on skins, the fruit really sings.

With a huge 96 points from James Halliday this is one of the best examples of 'serious' Sauvignon Blanc in the country this year.

About Michael Hall

It is Michael Hall's precise and methodical approach to winemaking which has made him stand out in the crowd of Barossa Valley winemakers.

A jewellery valuator in a previous life, his wines ooze clarity and attention to detail. They focus on small vineyards in the Barossa and Adelaide Hills that produce high-quality fruit. The wine are made with no shortcuts in the winery and an unwavering commitment to quality.

These are classically styled, refined wines designed to speak articulately of the Barossa and the surrounds.

Michael's wines are top shelf.

Winemaker Michael Hall
Winemaker Michael Hall
Barossa Valley, SA
Additional Info

About The Wine

Abundant winter rain followed by a cool spring and summer heralded a late vintage. The Hill Block was hand-picked on 10 April, most fermented in French oak barrels (30% new, Damy) while 14% was left on skins and fermented in tank before pressing to barrel. Nine months on yeast lees, fined and filtered.

Blend : Sauvignon Blanc (100%)
ABV : 13.3%
Closure : Screw Cap
Drink Until : 2025
Bottle Size : 750ml

Expert Reviews

Critic Reviews

96Points
Halliday Wine Companion

"From two vineyards: Ben's Block part-fermented on skins, the remainder pressed and fermented in barrel, and the Hill Block tank-fermented, matured for 9 months in barrel. Suffice it to say this is a delicious, mouthfilling sauvignon blanc of rare quality." - James Halliday (Halliday Wine Companion)

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