Stefano Lubiana Prestige 2011

The 2011 vintage was for many wine growing regions around Australia one of the wettest on record, and this growing season was cool and moist. Mild weather and frequent rainfall encouraged vegetative growth and full bunches, however these conditions also brought with it the increased risk of disease. Careful attention was paid in the vineyard with increased shoot thinning and leaf plucking that kept the canopies open to mitigate any disease. Veraison was delayed due to the cooler weather however the grapes ripened at lower sugar levels and higher natural acidity, perfect for sparkling wine production, and the reason we made a Prestige in the 2011 vintage.

This méthode traditionnelle sparkling wine has a fine bead and golden honey hue. The wine shows rich notes of brioche, dark manuka honey and marzipan on first look with a backdrop of peach, lemon and salted pistachio. On the palate the richer notes on the nose from the time on lees is backed up with a honeycomb, cheese rind, roasted hazelnut and baked apple. The finish is long and delectable, deliciously intense and ready to be enjoyed! – Stefano Lubiana