Description / Reviews
"La Côte, meaning “The Slope”, pays homage to the vineyard’s steep east-facing aspect, capturing the essence of its hillside site and the character it imparts to the wine. Showcases the refinement and complexity of the fruit and a clear expression of terroir. Notes of brown lime, elderflower, and honeycomb are lifted by bright mineral acidity, complemented by a delicate thread of fine tannin. Richness and creamy mouthfeel are enhanced by extended lees contact and 100% malolactic fermentation." - Winemaker Notes
"Labelled as Watervale but described as being ‘in a triangle that flanks the Watervale, Penwortham and Skilly Valley subregions’. This was picked early, with whole bunches foot trod, then pressed to tank; new Austrian foudre and Hungarian amphora, a third to each. It’s a savoury thing – nutty, saline, pithy and chalky. Beeswax, dried lime and chamomile tea are barely enhanced with honey, lemon membrane and pressed wildflowers. It’s mouth-puckering, sinewy, taut, yet complex; ghostly in its flavour rather than fleshed out, but the haunting is friendly. Michael Corbett isn’t making wines for a market, or for anyone else. Ease into it. Get the intent, and the joy comes." - 94 Points, Marcus Ellis, Halliday Wine Companion
