2023 Sorrenberg Gamay, Beechworth, VIC

$55.00

8 out of 10 CORKSCREWS

The Wined Up Review – Sorrenberg have done it again!

On the nose it smells of dried cranberries and cherries, with a hint of earthiness as well.  It has ripping acidity with brings the brightness and freshness that cuts right through.  I love it.  It has this perfumed length to it too.  At $55 this is a bargain!

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Sorrenberg Gamay – We understand the HYPE!
The 2023 Sorrenberg Gamay has been mentioned a fair bit on the comments of social media and we wanted to find out why!

When visiting Sorrenberg, you’ll meet Jan and Barry Morey, the husband-and-wife team behind this unpretentious and inviting winery. The cellar is reminiscent of a cozy, underground space with just a few barrels and a simple tasting area. Tasting their wines feels like being at your parents’ place, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

How is it made?

The style of Gamay produced by Sorrenberg uses a combination of traditional Gamay techniques. There is 10% Pinot Noir used in the blend. Half of the Gamay was cold macerated where the fruit is picked cold, crushed and left to soak for 4 days before fermentation starts. Of the rest, 20% of the fruit is left whole in the ferment. Fermentation with natural yeast is for 2 weeks on skins, after which the wine is pressed and matured in oak for eleven months.

Corkscrew Rating

8 out of 10

Country

Australia

Region

Beechworth

Varietal

Gamay