Description
VITICULTURE
Single block; sourced entirely from block 8. Old vine, low yield, hand picked. A cool to moderate spring was followed by a hot start to summer that accelerated ripening. A cool change in the last three weeks before harvest extended the ripening period, producing additional depth and power.
WINE MAKING
35% whole bunch, cold soaked for 3 days prior to fermentation. Temperature controlled ferment over 14 days, the shiraz and viognier were co fermented. The wine was then barrel aged in new and used French puncheons and hogsheads for 14 months.
TASTING NOTES
A nose of vibrant black fruit is really complex with evolving notes of brambly fruits, graphite, pepper and spice. The palate is deceptive; incredibly smooth and refined yet packed with flavour. Layered with sweet black fruits, dark chocolate and spice box. This is super intense yet highly polished, finely focused and exceptionally long. Low production, limited availability.
