Nose
Violet, blueberries and spicy notes creating a captivating bouquet.
Palate
Velvety with blood plums and blueberry fruit. Balanced and fine tannins carrying the finish lifted by the Petit Verdot component.
Growing Conditions
The 2016-17 growing season, had above average rainfall for the calendar year, 1070mm, up 17% on average, and slightly cooler, below average temperatures for the spring and summer of the 2017 vintage.
Bud-burst dates were on par, however cold and stormy weather in October contributed to a slow start. Fine conditions in November, with below average rainfall and above average temperatures, allowed the growing season to really get going, veraison only slightly delayed.
Winemaking
3 months in new and seasoned French oak.
Appearance
Bright deep purple.
Food Pairing
Margaret River Venison with charred root vegetables.
