Nose
The wonderfully complex fragrance is layered with blueberry and blackcurrant, floral violet notes and mocha oak nuances.
Palate
The palete is lush with rich dark fruits, a berry coulis tang and floral lines counterpointing the influence of French oak maturation and the fine-grained tannin, stretching long and relaxed. Exceptional poise and persistence.
Harvest
The grapes were harvested in the cool of the morning,
Winemaking
Pre-ferment cold soaking ensured a fuller mid palete weight, darker intense colours and optimum fermentation. The wine was then kept on skins for up to 20 days ensuring fine tannins and early colour and flavour integration. Maturation in French oak barrels followed, with the fruit taking centre stage and the oak adding structure, and complexity.
Appearance
A deep red with a bright ruby hue.
Food Pairing
Beef, Seared tuna, Roast Duck, Grilled Vegetables, Hard Cheese
