Description
Winemaker: Corey Ryan
Grape Variety: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot
Vineyards:
Sourced from established vineyards in the coastal Mount Benson district of the limestone coast. The sheltered aspect and consistent temperatures combine to ensure the retention of natural acidity in the elegant fruit harvested whilst promoting long, slow flavour development.
Winemaking:
Partially hand harvested before de-stemming primarily in closed fermenters with pump overs with a portion of open fermenters. All components blended post fermentation before two thirds were matured in stainless steel and one third was matured in French oak for nine months months before bottling with minimal fining, filtration and sulphur addition.
Vintage 2021:
If 2020 was all about the heat, then 2021 will be remembered as the wet season. In many parts of Australia, it was unseasonably wet in Winter but not at critical times to do damage nor impact the resultant ripeness of the grapes. A cool and dry summer meant even ripening was achieved between dry and rainy spells and the ensuring fruit quality was excellent and for once yields were up making for a bumper harvest in 2021.
Tasting Note: Typical Cabernet nose of blackcurrants with notes of earthy tobacco.
The palate is fruitdriven and vibrant with a juicy core of supple berried fruits, dark chocolate and cassis building to a ripe and mouth-filling back palate. The wine displays leafy notes and provides an authentic Cabernet flavour with bright acidity and a long finish.
Pair with: Perfect cooler weather drinking with a lamb rack.
