2014 Yarra Yering Carrodus Cabernet Sauvignon

Offered by Yarra Yering

Fruit sourced exclusively from 1969 planted No 1 Cabernet Sauvignon. Blueberry and blackberry fruits interweaved with cassis and wafts of sage highlight the varietal characteristics. Cool climate Cabernet sauvignon with floral vibrancy, the palate is rich and round where berry fruits dominate, some classic leafy herbs add a savoury note and the natural acidity gives the wine life and longevity.
 
AROMA & PALATE
Aroma: Blueberry and blackberry fruits interweaved with cassis and wafts of sage highlight the varietal characteristics.
Palate: Cool climate Cabernet sauvignon with floral vibrancy, the palate is rich and round where berry fruits dominate, some classic leafy herbs add a savoury note and the natural acidity gives the wine life and longevity.
 
WINEMAKING
Hand harvested, destemmed and crushed into our Yarra Yering half-tonne open fermenters. Hand plunged twice daily until fermentation is complete, some extended time on skins until tannins soften before basket pressing for gentle tannin extraction. Gravity filled to 100% new French oak Bordeaux shaped barrels for 18 months completing malolactic fermentation in the cool underground cellars.
 
DETAILS
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Yarra Valley (Gruyere)
Season:
Vines: Fruit sourced exclusively from 1969 planted No1 Cabernet Sauvignon.
Cellaring: One for the cellar to evolve for a further 20+ years under suitable conditions.
Analysis: 13.5 % ALC
 
$250 / 750ML
 
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