2021 Orchard Road Cabernet

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon 100%,  a variety that has become a real star of the Clare Valley’s portfolio due to the region's cooler ripening temperatures and elevated topography.

Vintage: 2021

Region: Clare Valley

Colour: Deep red in colour with youthful crimson hues.

Nose: Lifted aromas of ripe cassis, underlying leafy nuances, garden mint, cigar box, and subtle French oak characteristics.

Palate: Balanced acidity and fine-grained tannins are a real feature of the wine.

Winemaking: A variety that has become a real star of the Clare Valley’s portfolio due to the region's cooler ripening temperatures and elevated topography. Blended from three separate and unique sites across the Clare Valley. Very traditional winemaking practices were the order of the day; open fermentation, hand plunging, basket pressing to new and older small French oak casks. All parcels remained separate until the final blend was assembled, bottling occurring both unfined and unfiltered.

Cellaring: Will cellar beautifully for another 12 to 15 years.

Tasting Notes: Deep crimson hues, Lifted aromas of ripe cassis, underlying leafy nuances, garden mint, cigar box and subtle French oak char. Balanced acidity and fine-grained tannins are a real feature of the wine.

Food Pairing Suggestion:  Rosemary braised lamb shanks.

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