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"The world's most renowned, but relatively recent, red wine grape, rivalled only by Merlot as the world's most planted dark-skinned grape variety.”
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Bleeding Heart Cabernet Sauvignon (12pk)
More about Bleeding Heart Find a stockist Grape Variety: 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Shiraz Summary: Bleeding Heart Wine was born from a shared passion in the wines and vineyards of South Australia. The ancient soils and moderate climate create rich and full bodied wines that are incredibly satisfying. Few that experience the lifestyle of food and wine or the beautiful landscape could argue that it is not better a bleeding heart than none at all. Vineyards: Sourced from a combination of established, dry-grown vineyards in central South Australia and low-yielding McLaren Vale vineyards. Wines are made and matured by Jim Zerella in McLaren Vale. The combination of two regions delivers well-balanced wines with excellent intensity of flavour whilst maintaining elegance and versatility as a food match. Winemaking: Fruit is chilled before de-stemming and a cold soak for three days. Each parcel is fermented separately with the McLaren Vale Shiraz fermented in small open two tonne vessels before maturation in two to four year old oak barrels for six months. Vintage 2021: If 2020 was all about the heat, then 2021 will be remembered as the wet season. In many parts of Australia, t was unseasonably wet in winter but not at critical times to do damage nor impact the resultant ripeness of the grapes. A cool and dry summer meant even ripening was achieved between dry and rainy spells and the ensuing fruit quality was excellent and for once yields were up making for a bumper harvest in 2021. Tasting Note: Classic Cabernet nose exhibiting berry fruit intensity underpinned by toasty oak. An impressive mouthful, the palate is full of dark berries and ripe plums before an impresse
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Crimson Monster Cabernet (6pk)
Grape Variety: Cabernet
Region: Coonawarra
Winemaker: Corey Ryan Closure: Screwcap Alcohol: 14% Pack Size: 6 Bottle Pack Summary: Crimson Monster creates monstrously rich and full-bodied wines sourced from low-yielding, established vineyards located in some of South Australia’s finest regions such as McLaren Vale and Coonawarra. Thick gnarled old vines produce tiny berries of incredible intensity that is harnessed by careful winemaking and partial maturation in large seasoned oak barrels to deliver wonderfully approachable, opulent and mouth-coating flavours. Winemaking: Sourced from two vineyards that were planted with one on black and the other on red soils of the famed Coonawarra. The wine spent lesser time on skins that usual and following a cool and uneventful primary fermentation the wine was pressed off into a combination of stainless steel and second-use French oak for maturation where it was held for a period of 10 months prior to blending and bottling. Vintage 2022: A cool season in Coonawarra saw good yields enjoy extended ripening through mild autumn days and cool nights. This was one of the best vintages for the region and the reds were outstanding performers. Tasting Note: Bold and rich, featuring smooth silky tannins. The palate is rich with notes of blackcurrant, plum, and dark chocolate, supported by hints of cedar-wood and spice. A great expression of the region for 2022 and delicious drop. The below information is available for stockists of this product.
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Elephant In The Room Cabernet Sauvignon (6pk)
More about Elephant In The Room Find a stockist Grape Variety: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot Summary: The Elephant in the Room wines are proudly large in scale and expansive in flavour. Ignoring fashion and braving the scorn “wine thought police” Elephant in the Room was created to give consumers exactly what they want – full bodied and mouth-filling wines that deliver maximum pleasure. Each wine is sourced from slow-ripening cool climate vineyards in the Limestone Coast of South Australia and partially matured in French Oak before final blending and bottling by Corey Ryan. Vineyards: Sourced from established vineyards in the coastal Mount Benson district of the limestone coast. The sheltered aspect and consistent temperatures combine to ensure the retention of natural acidity in the elegant fruit harvested whilst promoting long, slow flavour development. Winemaking: Partially hand harvested before de-stemming primarily in closed fermenters with pump overs with a portion of open fermenters. All components blended post fermentation before two thirds were matured in stainless steel and one third was matured in French oak for nine months months before bottling with minimal fining, filtration and sulphur addition. Vintage 2021: If 2020 was all about the heat, then 2021 will be remembered as the wet season. In many parts of Australia, it was unseasonably wet in Winter but not at critical times to do damage nor impact the resultant ripeness of the grapes. A cool and dry summer meant even ripening was achieved between dry and rainy spells and the ensuring fruit quality was excellent and for once yields were up making for a bumper harvest in 2021. Tasting Note: Typical Cabernet nose of blackcurrants with notes of earthy tobacco. The palate is fruit-driven and vibrant with a juicy core of supple berried fruits, dark chocolate and cassis building to a ripe and mouth-filling back palate. The wine displays leafy notes and provides an authentic Cabernet flavour with bright acidity and a long finish. perfect cooler weather drinking with a lamb rack. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Bottle Barcode: 9344154011521 Carton Barcode: 9344154011538
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Farm Hand Cabernet Sauvignon (6pk)
More about Farm Hand Find a stockist Grape Variety: 90% Cabernet, 10% Shiraz
Region: Monash Valley, South Australia
Winemaker: Con-Greg Grigoriou
Closure: Screwcap
Alcohol: 14%
Summary: The Farm Hand wines are grown by the Grigoriou family, fourth generation wine growers, from almost one hundred acres of Organic Vineyards in the Monash Valley of South Australia.
Vineyards: The moderate, dry climate with very low rainfall during autumn and fertile soils is perfect suited to Organic Viticulture. The well established vines (up to thirty years of age) are planted widely apart for airflow to minimise disease pressure and minimal drip irrigation ensures low yielding fruit with rich flavours and varietal expressiveness Winemaking: Fully de-stemmed before fermentation in a mix of open and closed tanks. The wine was primarily vinified without the influence of oak for maximum fruit expression before blending with a component aged in three and four year old French oak. 2024 Vintage: A cooler than average growing season, frost, the lack of rain and poor weather during flowering including strong winds throughout November and December resulted in lower yields however, the dry and consistent weather during picking resulted in a vintage of high-quality fruit. Tasting Note: A fresh and vibrant organic cabernet bursting with black fruits, a slight herbal edge and notes of dark chocolate. The palate is medium bodied with blackcurrant, blackberry and olive flavours matched by subtle notes of tobacco. The wine is vibrant with dark purple fruit and soft tannins which provide a long finish. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Bottle Barcode: 9344154011699 Carton Barcode: 9344154011705
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Little Giant 'Little Batch' Cabernet Malbec (6pk)
More about Little Giant Find a stockist Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Malbec 45%
Region: Barossa Valley
Winemaker: Nicholas Crampton Closure: Screwcap Alcohol: 14.5% Pack Size: 6 Bottle Pack Summary: The southern hairy-nose wombat is smaller than other wombats but is stocky, robust and the proud state emblem of South Australia. Like the might of the little wombat, Little Giant is crafted from premium regional South Australian fruit from established vineyards that deliver character and interest well above their size and weight. Hand-crafted and made with minimal additions and preservatives, these are wines made of the vineyard. The grapes are picked at optimal ripeness, minimally handled in the winery and fruit vibrancy is not hidden by non-essential artifact. Seeking first and foremost fruit expression, drinkability and to be a great accompaniment to food. Don’t let the size fool you, these are wines you’ll want to drink. Winemaking: Sourced from a vineyard on the Western Boundary of the Barossa Valley, famous for growing rich and well-structured wines. Matured for 4 months in 300 litre hogshead barrels before being blended and bottled. Vintage 2023: The 2023 vintage in the Barossa Valley was heavily influenced by La Niña, bringing an exceptionally wet spring with October rains followed by over 150mm in November, well above the average. This led to vigorous vine growth and large crops, resembling triffid-like canopies. A dry December provided some relief, but disease pressure required careful preventative sprays. Harvest extended unusually late, with some picking continuing into May—a rarity for the region. Tasting Note: The Little Giant Little Batch Barossa Cabernet Malbec is rich and full-bodied, showcasing vibrant aromas of dark berries, cassis and violet. The palate delivers layers of blackcurrant, plum and chocolate, with hints of spice. Firm yet approachable tannins provide structure, leading to a long, smooth finish with impressive depth and balance. The below information is available for stockists of this product.
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Little Giant Coonawarra Cabernet (6pk)
More about Little Giant Find a stockist Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Coonawarra, SA Winemaker: Corey Ryan & Jim Zerella Closure: Screwcap Alcohol: 14.5% Pack Size: 6 Bottle Pack Summary: The southern hairy-nose wombat is smaller than other wombats but is stocky, robust and the proud state emblem of South Australia. Like the might of the little wombat, Little Giant is crafted from premium regional South Australian fruit from established vineyards that deliver character and interest well above their size and weight. Hand-crafted and made with minimal additions and preservatives, these are wines made of the vineyard. The grapes are picked at optimal ripeness, and minimally handled in the winery and fruit vibrancy is not hidden by non-essential artefacts. Seeking first and foremost fruit expression, drinkability and being a great accompaniment to food. Don’t let the size fool you, these are wines you’ll want to drink. Winemaking: Sourced from two vineyards that were planted with one on black and the other on red soils of the famed Coonawarra. All the fruit was picked during the early morning to retain colour and flavour retention and then crushed and fermented for a period of up to 10 days. Following primary fermentation, the wine was pressed off into a small parcel of new but mostly into older oak for malolactic fermentation and maturation where it was held for a period of 10 months prior to blending and bottling. Vintage 2023: The winter and spring prior to the 2023 vintage was generally a little wetter and cooler than what is usual, delaying the start of vintage and meaning some extra care was required through the growing period. Whilst the vintage was indeed later than usual, there were some really beautiful parcels of fruit that benefited from being grown in sites where the slower ripening simply enabled flavour ripeness to be achieved with character & balance. Tasting Note: Deep, inky magenta in colour, this Cabernet offers an expressive nose of tobacco leaf, warm spice, blackberry, dark chocolate, mint, cassis and well-integrated oak. The palate is seamless and focused, with bright energy and mouthwatering acidity carrying through to firm yet fine tannins, delivering impressive structure and length. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Bottle Barcode: 9344154013587 Carton Barcode: 9344154013594
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Little Giant Free Cabernet Sauvignon (6pk)
More about Little Giant Find a stockist Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: McLaren Vale
Winemaker: Cory Ryan & Mike Brown Closure: Cork Alcohol: 14% Pack Size: 6 Bottle Pack Summary: The southern hairy-nose wombat is smaller than other wombats but is stocky, robust and the proud state emblem of South Australia. Like the might of the little wombat, Little Giant is crafted from premium regional South Australian fruit from established vineyards that deliver character and interest well above their size and weight. Little Giant gets a natural and organic makeover thanks to some authentic lo-fi winemaking. The wines are the result of a collaboration between McLaren Vale winemaker Mike Brown and Corey Ryan of Little Giant – the wines are exclusively sourced from a single estate vineyard in McLaren Vale. These are fresh, immediately drinkable, deliciously food friendly wines that are the essence of one of South Australia’s favourite wine regions.
Winemaking: Sourced from a single site vineyard in McLaren Vale that is both organic and biodynamic. Picked in the cool of the morning to retain freshness, the fruit is de-stemming and fermented in stainless steel tank. The wine then spent time in used large format French and American oak barrels to build structure whilst softening the palate and develop flavour complexity without overt extraction of oak characters.
Vintage 2022: A La Nina season brought much welcomed rain over the winter months and continued in providing a mild spring and summer. The cooler than average weather during harvest resulted in a longer ripening period and facilitated an outstanding flavour and tannin balance and wines with balanced natural acidity. Tasting Note: There’s no mistaking this is Cabernet, so completely varietal. Aromatically fresh with vibrant blackcurrant with hints of sage and rosemary and an interesting herbal edge. Concentrated dark berry fruit complemented by seductive spice and intense fruit concentration on the long finish with great depth of flavour. Perfect to drink now or cellar confidently for 5+ years. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Bottle Barcode: 9344154017578 Carton Barcode: 9344154017813 Little Giant Free Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting Note 2022
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Little Giant Premium Coonawarra Cabernet (6pk)
More about Little Giant Find a stockist Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Coonawarra Winemaker: Corey Ryan Closure: Screwcap Alcohol: 14.5% Pack Size: 6 Bottle Pack Summary: The southern hairy-nose wombat is smaller than other wombats but is stocky, robust and the proud state emblem of South Australia. Like the might of the little wombat, Little Giant is crafted from premium regional South Australian fruit from established vineyards that deliver character and interest well above their size and weight. Hand-crafted and made with minimal additions and preservatives, these are wines made of the vineyard. The grapes are picked at optimal ripeness, minimally handled in the winery and fruit vibrancy is not hidden by non-essential artifact. Seeking first and foremost fruit expression, drinkability and to be a great accompaniment to food. Don’t let the size fool you, these are wines you’ll want to drink. Winemaking: Fruit was destemmed and crushed to stainless steel fermenters where it un-went an extended maceration on skins to ensure colour. Each ferment was plunged and pumped over daily to extract flavour and tannin. The wine was then aged in a mix of stainless stell and old oak. 2025 Vintage: The 2025 vintage builds on the strength of 2024, confirming another standout year for Coonawarra. A dry winter and spring required early irrigation, but warm weather and timely rainfall reduced frost risk. An early, even flowering set the stage for high-quality fruit, resulting in wines of excellent concentration, balance, and regional character. Tasting Note: Lifted aromatics, dark berried fruit and defined structure of Cabernet Sauvignon is complemented by the ripe opulence and spice of Shiraz to create a complex and balanced wine The below information is available for stockists of this product.
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No Evil Cabernet Sauvignon (6pk)
More about No Evil Find a stockist Region: Central Ranges
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Winemaker: Aaron Mercer
Alcohol: 14%
Summary: The See, Hear, Speak No Evil Organic wines are sourced from fully certified Organic vineyards and made using minimal additions. The wines are Organic, Vegan friendly and made to EU guidelines for minimal preservatives (less than 30ppm Free Sulphur. A new benchmark in affordable Organic Wines). Winemaking: Partially hand harvested before de-stemming primarily in closed fermenters with pump overs twice daily. Pressed and matured in French oak for six months before bottling with minimal fining, filtration and sulphur addition. Vintage 2022: The 2022 vintage in the Central Ranges was cooler than average and approximately 2 weeks later than the usual harvest periods. This facilitated a long and slow ripening period resulting in red wines with great flavour and aromatic vibrance as well as a fine acid and tannin balance! A characteristic of the 2022 season is beautifully perfumed reds with full flavours. Tasting Note: A delicious organic Cabernet that tastes as mother nature intended. There’s a freshness and purity of vibrant black forest fruits, hints of chocolate and unmistakably Cabernet aromas of fresh herbs. The palate is smooth and bursting with blackcurrant and blackberry flavours, classic grippy tannins frame the fruit and make for a drink now style that will also cellar well. Pair with some lamb ribs. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Bottle Barcode: 9344154014690 Carton Barcode: 9344154014706
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One Good Turn Cabernet Sauvignon (6pk)
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Summary: One Good Turn are Climate Positive wines. Fruit has been sourced from vineyards choosing to use sustainable practices to achieve great quality while thinking about the environmental impact of modern agriculture and how it can best be harnessed to ensure we continue to give back to the planet. As the saying goes “One Good Turn” deserves another and so for every bottle purchased we will contribute to Carbon Click – a climate positive organisation that donates to worthy environmental causes that are close to our heart. Vineyards: Sourced from sustainable vineyards from around Australia. Winemaking: Fully de-stemmed before fermentation in a mix of open and closed tanks. The wine was primarily vinified without the influence of oak for maximum fruit expression before blending with a component aged in three and four year old French oak. Vintage 2021: If 2020 was all about the heat, then 2021 will be remembered as the wet season. In many parts of Australia, it was unseasonably wet in winter, but not at critical times to do damage nor impact the resultant ripeness of the grapes. A cool and dry summer meant even ripening was achieved between dry and rainy spells and the ensuing fruit quality was excellent and for once yields were up making for a bumper harvest in 2021. Tasting Note: A varietal Cabernet bursting with blackcurrant, a hint of eucalypt and some toasty oak. The palate is plush and generous with red fruits and hints of mocha before a long enjoyable finish that is aided by a soft tannin framework and lively acidity. Perfect with Moroccan lamb backstraps cooked on the barbecue. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Bottle Barcode: 9344154017639 Carton Barcode: 9344154017769
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Pinch Gut Chocolate Aged Tawny (6pk)
Region: Dominican Republic, barrel aged in Australia Summary: Of the many dark stories from these troubled times none is more notorious than that of convict Francis Morgan, who was executed on Pinchgut island and his skeleton then left to hang for four years. According to folklore, knowing his fate, Morgan told the hangman he was consoled by what would be his magnificent view of the harbour. Today we’re still obsessed with rum but “harbour views to die for” luckily has quite a different meaning Tasting Note: Rich and indulgent, this chocolate-infused Tawny harmonises velvety milk chocolate, toffee, and vanilla with the deep, barrel-aged complexity of the wine. Enticing aromas of creamy cocoa, toasted hazelnut, and caramelized sugar rise from the glass, leading into a smooth, full-bodied palate. Each sip reveals layers of milk chocolate truffle, buttery toffee, and oak laced with a hint of rum, offering depth and warmth. The finish is long and lingering, leaving behind delicate notes of cocoa, caramel, and roasted almond. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Pinch Gut Chocolate Aged Tawny Tasting Note (Please contact us) Pinch Gut Chocolate Aged Tawny Image (Please contact us)
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Pinch Gut Cinnamon Aged Tawny (6pk)
Region: Dominican Republic, barrel aged in Australia Summary: Of the many dark stories from these troubled times none is more notorious than that of convict Francis Morgan, who was executed on Pinchgut island and his skeleton then left to hang for four years. According to folklore, knowing his fate, Morgan told the hangman he was consoled by what would be his magnificent view of the harbour. Today we’re still obsessed with rum but “harbour views to die for” luckily has quite a different meaning Tasting Note: A bold twist on the dark-hearted Pinchgut, this cinnamon-infused spiced rum ignites the senses with intensity, warmth, and intrigue. Aromas of cinnamon sticks, clove, and burnt orange rise from the glass, layered with rich vanilla and caramelised brown sugar. The palate is full and refined, revealing waves of maple, toffee, and nutmeg, all carried by the fiery warmth of cinnamon spice. Mid-palate complexity deepens with oak char and dried fruit, leading to a long, smouldering finish of dark treacle, toasted vanilla, and lingering spice. A fiery indulgence with a bold edge. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Pinch Gut Cinnamon Aged Tawny Tasting Note (Please contact us) Pinch Gut Cinnamon Aged Tawny Image (Please contact us)
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Take It To The Grave Cabernet Sauvignon (6pk)
More about Take It To The Grave Find a stockist Region: Coonawarra, SA Summary: Take it to the Grave is a joint venture between Nicholas Crampton and South Australian winemaker Corey Ryan created to deliver interesting and rewarding wines whilst challenging a few established rules and preconceptions. The Take it to the Grave Cabernet Sauvignon attempts the ultimate challenge of achieving both true varietal Cabernet character and approachability. Winemaking: The fruit is partially hand-harvested before de-stemming and cool fermentation in small two tonne open fermenters with regular hand plunging. Matured in seasoned French oak (20% new French) for six months before bottling with minimal filtration and sulphur addition. Vintage 2021: An exceptional vintage with ideal growing conditions and outstanding quality fruit! A later start to the vintage due to a mild summer facilitating a longer ripening period and a lovely balance in red wines. Dry conditions through summer resulted in small berries and thick skins in reds. Intense aromatics and bold flavours are a characteristic of the 2021 Coonawarra vintage. Tasting Note: Superb dense colour and a fragrant, aromatic nose that personifies Coonawarra. Loads of complexing characters with black fruits graphite and vital spicy, oak. The palate is medium to full bodied and almost claret like with its grippy but integrated tannins ensuring a long finish. Drinking well now, it will also reward with short term cellaring. Perfect with lamb dishes. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Bottle Barcode: 9344154011545 Carton Barcode: 9344154011552
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The Hero Cabernet Sauvignon (6pk)
More about Hero Of Zero Find a stockist Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Central Ranges, NSW Winemaker: Aaron Mercer
Closure: Screwcap Alcohol: 14.5% Summary: The Hero wines are hand-crafted from the best quality fruit sourced from premium vineyards across South Australia, including McLaren Vale and the Barossa. With meticulous handling in the vineyard and winery, the pristine fruit will have less exposure to anything harmful that may normally require the addition of preservatives. Our wines are crafted to be brightly coloured, exotically fragrant, full-flavoured and critically, they sing without the addition of preservatives. Perfectly suited to many cuisines, these wines are also crafted to ensure they are suitable for Vegans. Winemaking: Healthy and problem free fruit is selected in the vineyard and then picked in the cool of the night and then rushed to the nearby winery for a fast and focused vinification. Fermentation is cool in a closed static fermenter before a short maturation on lees and bottling. Vintage 2022: A La Nina season brought much welcomed rain over the winter months and continued in providing a mild spring and summer. The cooler than average weather during harvest resulted in a longer ripening period which facilitated fragrant and elegant fruits in red wines and a seamless acid and tannin balance. Tasting Note: A fresh and pure tasting Cabernet showing poise and structure. On the nose classic aromas of blackcurrant with a hint of dried herbs and cocoa. The palate is bright with a core of vibrant black fruit that is seamless and satisfying balanced by firm tannins and clean acidity. Pair with lamb shanks The below information is available for stockists of this product. Bottle Barcode: 9344154016687 Carton Barcode: 9344154016694
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Woods Crampton Cabernet Sauvignon (12pk)
More about Woods Crampton Find a stockist Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Summary: For a small winemaker, Woods Crampton has been able to achieve a lot in a small amount of time. “The straight men of the Barossa new wave” Woods Crampton makes contemporary and balanced wines, a world away from the jammy fruit bombs of the past. The range includes a ladder of old vine Barossa Shiraz, complex and thought provoking blends and alternate varietals that may be the future of the valley. Vineyard: Sourced from a single, low yielding twenty five year old vineyard in the Angaston Foothills, right on the boundary road between Barossa Valley and Eden Valley. Sheltered by the Angaston hills, the vines are cooled in the afternoons because of shadows from hills and cool evenings as tucked into a gulley, perfect for slow ripening Cabernet Sauvignon.. Winemaking: Hand Picked and fully destemmed (no whole bunch) before a short cold soak of three to four days. The fruit was allowed to reach ambient temperature and begin fermentation naturally. A slow cool fermentation at twenty five to twenty seven degrees in one tonne open fermenters on skins for 20 days before being pressed off to hogshead French barrels. 45% New French Hogshead barrels, matured without racking for 18 months before being blended, bottled without finings or filtration. 2020 Vintage: It will be remembered for high quality across the Barossa in 2020 but yields were down. This was in part due to temperamental spring weather and a hot, dry summer. Altough the yields were affected by the heatwave of December and January, prudent growers managed this well with careful irrigation and maintaining soil moisture. The resulting fruit, (though less of it) was concentrated and exceptional. Tasting Note: Dark fruited aromas with fresh new leather, dark clove and black olive tapenade in support. The palate is dark, rich and layered with sweet black fruit flavours, garden herbs, rose petal and toast. Soft but obvious tannins combined with freshness of acidity help drive a satisfyingly long finish. Pair with lamb shanks with olive mash. The below information is available for stockists of this product. Bottle Barcode: 9344154011460 Carton Barcode: 9344154011477 Woods Crampton White Label Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting Note 2020
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