V I N T A G E C O N D I T I O N S
The 2024 vintage was one of the earliest we experienced at Delamere. Being a particularly cold site, perfect for sparkling but more challenging for the still wines, this is always a welcome advantage. Temperatures in the spring prior were well above average in the north of the state and rainfall was low. This trend continued through summer, with rain periods keeping the canopy growth rolling along well. Whilst it was a very dry year on average for Tasmania, Pipers River continued to receive moderate falls throughout the ripening season. The fruit composition at harvest was surprising given the warmer season, with excellent natural acid retention despite the warmer conditions. Sold crop levels across the estate, from near-perfect conditions during flowering, were a welcome bonus after several very low cropping years. The resulting wines have generous bright flavours, framed beautifully by zesty natural acidity.
W I N E M A K I N G
Just over 76% of the fruit for the 2024 Flyleaf Rosé was harvested from one of our 40-year-old pinot noir blocks selected specifically with this style in mind. The fruit was hand harvested, soaked overnight after a light foot-press in picking bins, pressed and fermented at low temperatures to retain freshness and the delicate enticing aromatics typical of pinot noir from our site. The remaining quarter of the blend is a saignée parcel from the production of the Delamere Pinot Noir. This adds depth of colour, structure and complexity to this delicious dry rosé.
T A S T I N G N O T E S
A fragrant aroma of fuji apple, crush strawberry, fresh rhubarb, and savoury cut straw. This palate is crisp and clean with a juicy strawberry character and hints of savoury crushed herbs. This is a deliciously dry style is perfect as a lunch accompaniment or aperitif.