far removed from the heavier expressions often associated with Australian Shiraz
Powdery tannins provide a subtle backbone
hints of lush fruit sweetness and subtle notes of savoury spice
derived from fruit grown on the original estate vines planted in 1987
It finishes at full speed with lime juice in its heart and possesses freshness
Ros Ritchie Cabernet Sauvignon Mazuelo far removed from the heavierHand picked from the Baxendale vineyard nestled high on Whitlands hills in mid April, this wine epitomizes careful craftsmanship. Two thirds of the harvest were crushed into small open tubs, while the remaining grapes were destemmed and fermented as whole berries, ensuring the fruit, with its perfect ripeness and exceptional acidity, shone through. After a 13 day fermentation, with regular hand plunging to enhance color, flavor, and tannin extraction,