Product Description
Classic Margaret River Cabernet characters of blackcurrants, mocha, mint chocolate and violets
| Awards: | 89 points James Halliday 2002 3 stars Decanter Magazine Bronze Medal Royal Hobart Wine Show 2002. |
| Region: | 100% Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River. |
| Colour: | Deep colours of ruby and a purple red hue. |
| Bouquet: | Aromas exhibit classic Margaret River Cabernet characters of blackcurrants, mocha, mint chocolate and violets all blending harmoniously with dusty French oak. |
| Palate: | The generously layered palate is rich and full-bodied with an excellent balance of fruit, oak, natural acidity and soft tannins giving an almost infinite length of flavour. |
| Source: | Five Ashes Vineyard, Margaret River |
| Vintage Characteristics: | Mild dry vintage. |
| Vinification: | Fermented in stainless steel static fermenters, left on skins for 8 to 12 days post fermentation. |
| Cellaring Potential: | Although approachable in its youth, this wine will benefit from medium to long term cellaring. |
| Oak Treatment: | 35% New French oak and balance one year old. |
| Serving Suggestion: | The velvety character of this wine complements antipasto, pasta and rare red meats. |
| Alcohol: | 15% |
| Sweetness: | Dry |
| Residual Sugar: | 1g/L |
| pH: | 3.78 |
| Acidity: | 5.7g/LApril 2000 |
| Harvest Date: | December 2001 |
| Bottling Date: | June 2002 |
