Distant South by Josef Chromy NV Sparkling
Winemaking
This Distant South by Josef Chromy Sparkling is composed of a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, sourced entirely from Tasmania. Complexity is derived from ten individual parcels of tirage base material, ranging from three to twelve years of age. The varying ages of base material are key to the quality of the wine – beautifully blended and balanced, much like a jigsaw puzzle being assembled to create a complete and exquisite picture.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Mid-straw with an ultra-fine and persistent bead.Nose
Lifted fragrances of apples, almond and honeycomb, softly complemented by fresh sourdough characters.Palate
Fine and delicate with remarkable presence. There is a persistent mineral acidity, with the Chardonnay offering crisp apple flavours, lemon curd and lychee, and Pinot Noir balancing with generous mouthfeel and lusciousness.
Distant South by Josef Chromy Pinot Noir
Winemaking
The Distant South by Josef Chromy Pinot Noir is 100% sourced from our Estate Vineyard at Relbia, Northern Tasmania.
Each parcel is hand-picked at perfect ripeness, gently cold soaked to draw out vibrant colour and perfume. Fermentation begins naturally or with selected yeasts, unveiling the wine’s character. Pressed and rested, the wine then matures in fine French oak.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep bright ruby hues.Nose
Perfumed and bursting with red fruit flavours and subtle sweet spice notes.Palate
Crunchy and juicy with concentrated red fruit flavours and great focus. The tannins are moderate and provide great support to the rich fruit, leading to a decadent flavour profile and long finish.
Distant South by Josef Chromy Chardonnay
Winemaking
The grapes for Distant South by Josef Chromy Chardonnay were harvested from the carefully selected sites across three different regions of Tasmania – Tamar Valley, East Coast and Coal River Valley. The grapes were picked in the cool of the evening to ensure that optimum fruit characters are retained. Throughout the winemaking process we minimised the number of wine movements to guard against oxidation and used cool temperatures during processing to retain fruit freshness. The wine was fermented in new and aged French oak barrels and left to mature in oak to impart a soft creamy texture, that helps balance the natural acidity of the wine.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Golden in appearance with hints of green.Nose
Stone fruits and citrus notes completed by light toasty oak and malo-lactic nuances.Palate
The palate is silky and voluptuous with layers of stone fruit, vanillin oak, and a delicate acidity for balance and length.
Distant South by Josef Chromy Riesling
Winemaking
The grapes for the Distant South by Josef Chromy Riesling were sourced from the best sites of Northern and East coast Tasmanian wine regions. The grapes were picked in the cool of the evening to ensure that optimum fruit characters are retained. Following gentle crushing, a long cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks was conducted to maximise flavour retention, prior to filtration and bottling. A wonderfully elegant Riesling from the Distant South, with the potential for long ageing.
Tasting Notes
Colour
Bright with light green hints.Nose
Floral, citrus blossom, orange peel with nuances of passionfruit.Palate
A fresh fruit palate with lemon and lime citrus fruits balanced with crisp acidity and finishing with good persistence of flavour.
Distant South by Josef Chromy Sauvignon Blanc
Winemaking
Distant South by Josef Chromy Sauvignon Blanc were sourced from the best sites of Northern and East Coast Tasmanian wine regions. The grapes were picked in the cool of the evening to ensure that optimum fruit characters are retained. Throughout the winemaking process we minimised the number of wine movements to guard against oxidation and used cool temperatures during processing to retain fruit freshness and enhance the maximum varietal characters of this superb variety.
