GRAPE VARIETY:
Barbera
REGION:
Orange Region, NSW
WINEMAKING:
The grapes were de-stemmed with 20% left as whole berries. The must was pumped over twice daily to increase colour & flavour. 25% of the blend was matured in French oak to add complexity to the fresh and vibrant primary fruit flavours.
COLOUR:
Youthful, deep cherry red in colour
AROMA:
Dark berry, chocolate, mint and spice
PALATE:
Medium bodied with abundant cherry, spice & cedar flavours, complimented by savoury notes & a soft lingering finish
WINE ANALYSIS: Alc/vol: 14.0%
ADDITIVES:
Made using traditional methods. Some traces of egg product may remain. Preservative 220 added
PEAK DRINKING: 2009 to 2012
FOOD MATCHES:
Roast or barbequed meats; venison, lamb & beef