Winemaking
Handpicked, sorted and destemmed directly to a series of small 600kg fermenters. Cabernet Sauvignon berries are crushed to aid in the extraction of tannins, Merlot enjoys a whole berry ferment for plushness as did the Malbec. Fermentation on skins with hand plunging twice a day aids in the gentle extraction of colour, flavour and tactile palate components.
Technical Data
Varietals: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon 25% Merlot 15% Malbec
Region: Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia.
Vines: Cabernet Sauvignon was planted in 1970 (clone unknown) and again in 2000 (SA125). Merlot and Malbec sourced from Yarra Yering vineyard.
Cellaring: Given the youthful exuberance this wine is ready for immediate enjoyment. Expect a mellow and graceful evolution up to 5 years under suitable cellaring conditions.