Clover Hill's been producing pure varietal sparkling Chardonnay for many years. Assembled from a selection of elite
Cuvees, matured on yeast lees for four years, followed by twelve months of ageing under cork prior to release. Disgorged with an addition of reserve wine, the
doseage is prepared from components of Clover Hill reposing in oaken foudres. Clover Hill is the essential Australian
Blanc de Blanc sparkling with a crisp profile of fruit, exceptional length and lasting flavours.
Located along the Pipers River of northeast Tasmania, Clover Hill was established in the eighties as a dedicated sparkling wine estate, planted solely to the traditional varietals, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The sixty six hectare property overlooking Bass Strait has a similar climate to the Champagne region of France. Vines are close spaced and planted on deep, red volcanic soil in a frost-free amphitheatre, orientated north/south to maximise sunlight exposure.
TASTING NOTESVibrant light straw, a persistent fine bead. An assortment of fresh summer fruits, melon and citrus, pawpaw and pear. Instances of warm nutty yeast and developed almond/ toast characters, complex and elegant yet remarkably integrated. Fresh citrus to the palate with layers of toasted characters, tastes of melon, almond and bread dough flavours.