Clover Hill Exceptionnelle MV 12.5% 750ml

Clover Hill Exceptionnelle MV 12.5% 750ml

TASTING NOTES

APPEARANCE
This Multi Vintage Exceptionnelle exhibits a light straw/green hue in the glass, with a fine persistent mousse.

AROMA
On the nose it delivers vibrant citrus and stone fruits which are complemented by layers of creamy complexity.

VINIFICATION
Multi-Vintage is a story of complexity in our base wines. Across vintages we use four different techniques to hold reserve wines, giving our winemakers more creative freedom, resulting in more expressive wines. Our reserve wine approach preserves freshness and character and provides our winemaking team with the ultimate conditions to deliver our house style. Our Multi-Vintage philosophy is an expression of place, house style and consistency. Blending the best vintages and wine making techniques to build complexity and harmony for outstanding, consistent cuvees each year.

PALATE
The palate offers a crisp acidity and a concentration of rich and balanced lemon curd and lime which draw the wine through to a delicious and extended finish.

GRAPE VARIETY
59% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 6% Pinot Meunier.

95 Points

Bright straw yellow and a subtle bead in the core. Poached apple and just baked sourdough aromatics. Fruit tightens into green apple on the palate, still some nice savoury bakery complexity. Both driving acid and a mousse of vigour ensure it has intensity and length, to a crisp and dry finish that lingers long.

Stuart Knox - The Real Review, 19 January, 2024