Lyons Will Estate Gamay 2022

Designed to be fresh and young in expression this wine has vibrant fruit characteristics with the subtle tannins that Gamays are known for. We use a mixture of winemaking techniques, which are chosen to complement the fruit. One part of the blend is made with 100% whole bunches. This technique known as carbonic maceration, causes the juice still inside the berry to ferment in a carbon dioxide rich environment. The process results in bright, fruit forward wines. The other part is fermented in a whole berry style in open stainless steel vats.

The must is basket pressed and matured in French barriques for nine months. The wine is then blended to tank to settle before it is racked and bottled. Like the Pinot Noir, this wine has no additions other than a little sulphur for bottling. Our Gamay aims to express the deliciousness of the variety while showcasing our climate and region.