2001 was hot and dry through summer and autumn. There was no pressure to pick. These conditions gave us fully ripe fruit with intense flavour. We picked selectively as fruit showed the flavours we want: for example our Pinot Noir was harvested in four pickings. We were pleased with the results of this approach to picking. and have used the same practice in subsequent years.
The status of the four wines fron this vintage is:
2001 Chardonnay. GOLD MEDAL Bragato 2003. SOLD OUT
2001 Pinot Noir. SILVER Bragato, SILVER Air New Zealand 2003. SOLD OUT
2001 Merlot. BRONZE Bragato 2003. SOLD OUT
2001 Semillon. BRONZE Bragato 2003. SOLD OUT
All wines from this vintage have cellared well, and are excellent drinking now.
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