2018 Small Batch Exclusive Tasmanian Sparkling Vintage Cuvee

Geographically intertwined with the Tamar Valley, the Pipers River
region is renowned for its cool maritime climate and pristine landscapes, producing some of Australia's most highly regarded sparkling wines.
This vineyard near Mount Arthur, is the highest altitude vineyard in the whole state, influenced by the proximity to Bass Straight and along with high sunshine hours imparts a distinct elegance to the wines and is an idyllic site for Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay.
The growing season leading up to the 2018 harvest was warmer and drier than the previous year and the flowering period produced an average yield. However, the crop levels were higher than average with ideal flowering conditions.
There was a heat wave at the end of January and then the weather pattern settled into a temperate ripening period. We started hand picking in early April.
A really good year for quality and quantity for both Pinot Noir and
Chardonnay.

Crafted using the traditional French technique ‘Méthode Traditionnelle'. The wine has been stored on its side with yeast lees for the very long time of 7 years before being disgorged in February 2026.