COLOUR
Orange
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot Gris
PRODUCER
Punt Road Wines
REGION
Victoria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Punt Road Whole Bunch White is a 2021 vintage white wine from the Yarra Valley, Australia. Produced by the family-owned Punt Road Wines, it is a blend of Chardonnay, Viognier, and Pinot Gris. The wine's unique classification as an 'orange wine' stems from its winemaking process, where whole grape clusters are fermented with skin contact. The estate has a long-standing agricultural legacy in the Yarra Valley, with grape growing on the land dating back to 1860. Punt Road Wines is dedicated to sustainable viticulture, aiming to craft site-driven wines that capture the essence of the cool-climate region.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Whole Bunch' refers to a winemaking technique where entire grape clusters are fermented.
Fact 02
This wine is classified as an 'orange wine' due to skin contact during fermentation.
Fact 03
Punt Road Wines is committed to sustainable practices and is a member of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia.
Fact 04
The estate's grape-growing history in the Yarra Valley dates back to 1860.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Punt Road Whole Bunch White 2021 is produced using whole bunch fermentation, where entire grape clusters are fermented together. This method, along with skin contact during fermentation, contributes to the wine's textural qualities and unique characteristics. The grapes are estate-grown on Punt Road Wines' 58-hectare vineyard in Coldstream, Yarra Valley. The winery is committed to sustainable production practices and is a member of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia. The winemaking philosophy focuses on creating wines that are site-driven and expressive of the cool Yarra Valley climate.
