Description
Its colour is a deep ruby upon release. Dark toned and seductive, the nose unfurls with an alluring bouquet of boysenberry, black cherry, and cacao, underpinned with a savoury underlay, reminiscent of wood spice, roast game, truffle, leather, and a tickle of cinnamon. The palate is decadently ripe and supple bodied, with fine grained tannins and generous fruit weight that combine to beautifully harmonise the wine. A backbone of zippy acidity creates the perfect union, adding structure and length on the long, succulent close.
Awards
96 pts Wine Orbit
95 pts The Real Review
93 pts James Suckling
5 stars Michael Cooper’s Buyer’s Guide
Certifications
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
0.23 g/l residual sugar
4.6 g/l acidity
Vinification
Whole cluster fermentation: 40%
Was malolactic fermentation used: yes
Was high-solid fermentation used: no
Maturation
Months in bottle: 18
Bottling
Closure: Screw top