Hermit Ram - 'Amphora' Salty White 2022

Hermit Ram - 'Amphora' Salty White 2022

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"Salty White’ is my ode to the coastline, an attempt to marry both the saline and floral elements of our land. 40% Muller-Thurgau and 60% Sauvignon Blanc co-fermented whole bunch in amphora with a little touch of skin contact for a moreish salty finish. This wine I consider one of my most explorative and where I let my imagination fly in order to tease out a unique ‘New Zealand-ness’. In order to maintain purity and maximum expression, this wine is raised in amphorae and has no added sulphites."

WINEMAKERS NOTE:

“Salty White is my ode to the New Zealand coastline.  An attempt to marry both the saline and floral elements of our land. The 2021 wines are full of clarity, drive, and insight. They will age beautifully too. I love this vintage.” - Theo Coles

 

--------THE PRODUCER--------

The Hermit Ram

In general the fruit comes from tiny vineyards throughout the Canterbury region of New Zealand. Every wine has it’s own story to tell. The vines are naturally farmed and the wines made with the minimal amount of additions. Old techniques are employed. They are wines of depth, complexity, individuality and most importantly drinkability.

 

--------THE GRAPE--------

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc is easily one of the most recognisable white wines on the planet. Everything from green fruits, citrus and tropical fruits to lovely floral aromatics. Historically it is found in Bordeaux where it is blended with Semillon to produce dry white wines or the luscious sweet wines of Sauternes. As a single varietal and in a leaner style it is famous in the Loire Valley specifically in Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume. However, New Zealand is the most famous home for it in the new world where Marlborough is king. 

 

--------THE REGION--------

Waipara

Waipara is one of the premium wine regions in New Zealand located just outside of Christchurch in the south island. It is known for its Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and aromatic grapes with Riesling being at the forefront. With an array of limestone soils strewn across the region it is believed to be the best region for Pinot Noir (and most Burgundian) in the country.