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Home Block Cabernet Sauvignon - 2006

2006

Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Region: Coonawarra

Harvest Date: 15th April 2006

Harvest Baume: 13.7

Bottling Analysis

Alcohol 14%

T/A 7.9

pH 3.46

Bottling Date: 5th November 2009

Maturation: 2 years in 100% new, tightly grained, medium toast French oak barriques. These techniques ensure this wine is complex and aged gracefully.

Wine Style: Rich, elegant and full bodied

Colour: Deep brick red

TASTING NOTES

Rich cassis and mulberry aromas combine with spice and cedary notes. The palate is concentrated with dark chocolate, blackcurrant and mulberry flavours with harmonised French oak, adding hints of spice. The structure is fantastic with fine, elegant tannins leading to the long, balanced finish.

Food Match: Rich Mediterranean Stew

Winemaker: Pat Tocaciu (Dip.Oen)

Viticulturalist: Rex Hutchison