Wine Entry Detail

Entry Information
Exhibitor	Chalk Hill
Show	2023
Class	23A
Entry Number	23A#2
Brand	Chalk Hill
Wine Name	Small Batch Release Montepulciano
Vintage	2022
Origin	Single Vineyard
Commercial Label	Yes
Availability

Judging Results
Medal / Award	Gold
Overall Score	95
Judge 1	fresh , vibrant , cherries and spice , palate is well framed with moreish tannin, and pure fruit
Judge 2	Bold and rich heady aromas of concentarted and preserved black and ripe red fruits. Savory notes mix with a savory and baking spice. Firm oak tannins that I hope will resolve over time. Flashy wine.
Judge 3	Dull aromatics and a short palate with a tangy finish due to fruit falling away.
Associate Judge	A bit closed, raspberry and strawberry. Acid slight tart

Varietal: Montepulciano, GI: McLaren Vale, 100%
Clone	Unknown, Roostock: Unknown, 100%
Growing Method	Conventional

Wine Making Information
Ferment	Open Fermenter 100%
Maturation	Large Format Oak 100%
Bottling Date	15 / Dec / 2022
Closure	Screw
Cases Produced	556
Force Class	False
Winemaker Note	Renae Hirsch