Situated at the heart of Mount Benson, the Norfolk Rise Vineyard is planted on 180 hectares of undulating coastal hills. The grapes were selectively harvested to a timetable set according to ripeness, achieving optimum expression in the Grigio style. Fruit is handled in a manner to preserve the integrity of the varietal character and to avoid any juice oxidation or browning. Small portions of chilled grapes are held on skins in order to maximise flavour. Juices are clarified and a long, cool fermentation is initiated by aromatic yeast strains. To maximise the retention of fresh fruit flavours and aromas, Norfolk Rise is bottled immediately after vinification.