Description
Winemaker Notes
Fruit from vintage 2022 has a wonderful and abundant freshness, which made it a pleasure to work with. The generosity of fruit meant that we could work the cap reasonably well during fermentation to build a bold tannin structure to match the fruit profile. As always, we try and maintain our ferments at relatively low temperature as this is our best regulator for rate of ferment. We ensure our batches of Cabernet Sauvignon ferment to dryness, whilst still on skins, and are then pressed off before racking to a combination of new and seasoned French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation and maturation. Our final Cabernet Sauvignon blend is assembled closer to bottling, allowing us to ensure we get the balance right in our final blend. – Jules Ashmead and Brock Harrison
Tasting Notes
Alcohol: 14.70%
Aroma: Chocolate, intense black forest fruits, savoury herbs
Appearance: Deep crimson
Taste: A rich and complex palate opening with black berry compote coupled with a dark chocolate note and hints of cedary oak to follow. The palate profile is long and powerful, with a seamless berry coated tannin profile to balance.
Mouthfeel: Full bodied, rich, classy
Ageing Process: Predominantly older French puncheons, 18 months
Cellaring
Drink now or cellar confidently for up to 10 years from vintage
Reviews
94 points – Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
This is splendidly fruited and varietally expressive, showing cassis, violet, thyme, game and assorted nut aromas on the nose. The palate delivers terrific weight and fleshy texture, wonderfully framed by finely infused tannins, finishing sturdy and robust.
92 points – Ray Jordan, winepilot.com
The brightness and juicy energy of this Barossa vintage has been beautifully captured in this pure and expressive cabernet. Blackcurrant and swirling chocolate and juicy plum to open on the nose. Then the palate delivers its vibrant fruit load with a refreshing purity and energy. It’s succulent and juicy but with structure and poise. Love this style in the short term but it would handle some further time in the cellar.
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