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Entry Information
ExhibitorMinistry of Clouds
Show2023
Class29
Entry Number29#6
BrandMinistry of Clouds
Wine NameMencia
Vintage2022
OriginSingle Vineyard
Viticulturist NameRichard Leask
Commercial LabelYes
Availability
Judging Results
Medal / AwardGold
Judge 1fennel, black fruit, brambly, has some depth and complexity
Judge 2darker broodier nose, plush velvety fruit, riper more powerful style but not jammy or hot.
Judge 3Some reduction on the nose, nougat. Lovely softness on the plate which is framed by approachable tannins.
Associate Judgereduction, earthy, some supporting positive herbal notes. Savoury style, attractive
Varietal: MencĂ­a / Jaen, GI: McLaren Vale, 100%
CloneUnknown, Roostock: Cabernet Sauvignon, 100%
Soil TypeLoam,Rocky
Elevation189 Metres above sea level
Planting Density1725 Vines / Ha
Planted2017
IrrigationDripper
Growing MethodSustainable Certificate: SWA
Crop Yeild8.90 Tonnes / Ha
Harvest Date08 / Mar / 2022
Rainfall623 (mm) Rainfall from July to June in the year(s) of harvest
Wine Making Information
FermentStainless Steel 65%
FermentPlastic 35%
MaturationLarge Format Oak 63%
MaturationSmall Format Oak 37%
Bottling Date23 / Nov / 2022
ClosureScrew
Cases Produced426
Force ClassFalse
Winemaker NoteBernice Ong/Julian Forwood/Chris Parsons