Deep crimson with a youthful purple hue. Appealing aromas of red berry melded with licorice and vanillin oak nuances. Rich and concentrated flavors of blackcurrant and cassis with soft supple tannins, vanillin oak and elegant acid structure.
Food
Accompaniments
Perfect with red meat dishes such as slow roasted lamb shanks or seared venison.
Awards,
Reviews and other Notes
90 pts Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Sept/Oct 2011
Bright ruby. Spicy red and dark berry aromas are complicated by cola and violet, with a note of cured tobacco gaining power in the glass. Fleshy blackberry and cherry compote flavors are braced by a zesty mineral quality, which adds back-end lift. Finishes with lingering sweetness and very good persistence. I really like this wine's blend of sweetness and energy.
Winemaker Notes
After picking the Cabernet Sauvignon was crushed and softly bag pressed in traditional style to avoid the extraction of bitter tannins. The wine was then transferred to American oak for fermentation, followed by a further 12 months maturation with new and seasoned French and American oak prior to final blending.
