The grapes were de-stemmed and crushed with the juice
drained off directly to provide a delicate pink juice. The juice
was then fermented cold in stainless steel using an aromatic
yeast strain. Ripe fruit flavours balance the acidity on the
palate. These parcels were blended with a small portion of
Pinot Grigio to add freshness and achieve the desired colour.
The wine was bottled early to maximise flavour and freshness.
VINTAGE
Vintage 2025 commenced earlier than anticipated, with
varieties ripening simultaneously to create one of the most
compact harvests in our history. Warm conditions during
vintage supported development and brought the fruit to
excellent ripeness with clear varietal expression. The wines
showcase vibrant varietal flavours, featuring bright, spicy reds
and fresh, aromatic whites.
About the range
Selection 23
In the early 1900s Don and Ethel Forbes started a new chapter in their story, staking their family’s future on a 600 acre block of land nestled within a large sweeping bend of the mighty Murray River.
Today, the Zilzie Winery stands on Selection 23 and we remember our journey from the very first boots, and each generation that has followed since to carve their own path.
The front label artwork is an artistic interpretation of the aerial topography of the land we call home.
