2025 Josef Chromy Pinot Gris (2025)

Pinot Gris grapes from selected blocks of our Relbia vineyard, along with parcels from Tasmania’s East Coast,
were picked in mid-March 2025 at optimal ripeness and flavour development. Following a short maceration on skins, the fruit was gently pressed. The free-run juice (valued for its purity and freshness) was fermented at cool temperatures in stainless steel to preserve its delicate nature, while the pressings were fermented separately. A small portion of this was then incorporated back into the final blend for added texture, body, and palate weight in a true Alsatian Gris style. Bottled in late winter, this wine was released just in time for spring enjoyment.

Grape Variety:
97% Pinot Gris - Sourced from the Tamar Valley and East Coast Tasmania
3% Gewurztraminer- Sourced from the Tamar Valley (Co-fermentation)

Vintage:
2025

Seasonal conditions were fairly consistent across the island, with above average (but not hot) temperatures and lower than average rainfall. These seasonal conditions resulted in an earlier and condensed vintage, but supported great yields and high quality.

Colour:
Pale lemon, copper tinge

Aroma:
Delicate aromas of fresh cut juicy pear, honeysuckle and white peach. Hints of musk, lychee and ginger.

Palate:
Rich, fleshy and textured, with flavours of crisp red apple, pear and nectarine. A gentle phenolic tension carries the palate through to a mineral, lightly spicy finish.

Winemaking:
Pinot Gris grapes from selected blocks of our Relbia vineyard, along with parcels from Tasmania’s East Coast,
were picked in mid-March 2025 at optimal ripeness and flavour development. Following a short maceration on skins, the fruit was gently pressed. The free-run juice (valued for its purity and freshness) was fermented at cool temperatures in stainless steel to preserve its delicate nature, while the pressings were fermented separately. A small portion of this was then incorporated back into the final blend for added texture, body, and palate weight in a true Alsatian Gris style. Bottled in late winter, this wine was released just in time for spring enjoyment.

Cellaring Potential:
Enjoy now to 2028.

Serving Suggestions:
Roast pork or chicken, creamy casseroles, sausages, soft cheese like Camembert or Brie.

Wine Analysis:
pH 3.19 / TA 5.8 / Alc.13.9%