Bilbul plays a leading role in sustainability with a detailed action plan addressing water recycling, waste control, greenhouse gas emissions and key environmental issues. Healthy harvests exhibiting citrus, melon and stonefruit characters are picked at peak ripeness to capture and retain vibrant varietal characters. Fruit is gently pressed, naturally settled and racked to fermenters. Parcels are separately vinified for up to three weeks, some components are treated to French and American oak, the Chardonnay is sent for a course of malolactic. Most of the wine is held on yeast lees for up to a fortnight before the final assemblage, aimed at building texture and adding mid palate weight. Alcohol 12.6%