2018 Dalwhinnie Moonambel Cabernet Sauvignon
Overview:
Dalwhinnie, located near the small village of Moonambel in the heart of the Pyrenees region of western Victoria, is one of Victoria's oldest family-run vineyards. Dalwhinnie has been growing grapes for nearly 50 years and the 16-hectare vineyard is now fully mature. At 595 metres above sea level, Dalwhinnie is the highest and most remote of the Pyrenees district vineyards. The vineyard is located in a naturally undulating trough which falls away from the hills, forming an amphitheatre nestled into the ranges.
Julian Langworthy , Winemaker
Dark purple with red-black hues. Compelling and elegant aromas of cassis, fresh plum and bay leaf roll from the glass. Intense cassis, sour cherry and savoury dried herbs, with a powder fine tannin structure that pulls blackcurrant flavours long through the palate.
93 points - James Halliday, The Wine Companion
Hand-picked cabernet with small volumes of cabernet franc and merlot included. Batches were fermented on skins. Maturation and mlf conducted in French oak barriques (30% new) for 18 months. Classic Pyrenees cabernet all the way, albeit minus the usual level of eucalyptus/bay leaf. A very stylish cabernet (and friends) offering aromas of ripe black fruits, sour cherries, clove and leafy notes. Firm cabernet tannin structure, pulpy and still settling in when tasted 6 months before release.
Overview:
Dalwhinnie, located near the small village of Moonambel in the heart of the Pyrenees region of western Victoria, is one of Victoria's oldest family-run vineyards. Dalwhinnie has been growing grapes for nearly 50 years and the 16-hectare vineyard is now fully mature. At 595 metres above sea level, Dalwhinnie is the highest and most remote of the Pyrenees district vineyards. The vineyard is located in a naturally undulating trough which falls away from the hills, forming an amphitheatre nestled into the ranges.
Julian Langworthy , Winemaker
Dark purple with red-black hues. Compelling and elegant aromas of cassis, fresh plum and bay leaf roll from the glass. Intense cassis, sour cherry and savoury dried herbs, with a powder fine tannin structure that pulls blackcurrant flavours long through the palate.
93 points - James Halliday, The Wine Companion
Hand-picked cabernet with small volumes of cabernet franc and merlot included. Batches were fermented on skins. Maturation and mlf conducted in French oak barriques (30% new) for 18 months. Classic Pyrenees cabernet all the way, albeit minus the usual level of eucalyptus/bay leaf. A very stylish cabernet (and friends) offering aromas of ripe black fruits, sour cherries, clove and leafy notes. Firm cabernet tannin structure, pulpy and still settling in when tasted 6 months before release.
Overview:
Dalwhinnie, located near the small village of Moonambel in the heart of the Pyrenees region of western Victoria, is one of Victoria's oldest family-run vineyards. Dalwhinnie has been growing grapes for nearly 50 years and the 16-hectare vineyard is now fully mature. At 595 metres above sea level, Dalwhinnie is the highest and most remote of the Pyrenees district vineyards. The vineyard is located in a naturally undulating trough which falls away from the hills, forming an amphitheatre nestled into the ranges.
Julian Langworthy , Winemaker
Dark purple with red-black hues. Compelling and elegant aromas of cassis, fresh plum and bay leaf roll from the glass. Intense cassis, sour cherry and savoury dried herbs, with a powder fine tannin structure that pulls blackcurrant flavours long through the palate.
93 points - James Halliday, The Wine Companion
Hand-picked cabernet with small volumes of cabernet franc and merlot included. Batches were fermented on skins. Maturation and mlf conducted in French oak barriques (30% new) for 18 months. Classic Pyrenees cabernet all the way, albeit minus the usual level of eucalyptus/bay leaf. A very stylish cabernet (and friends) offering aromas of ripe black fruits, sour cherries, clove and leafy notes. Firm cabernet tannin structure, pulpy and still settling in when tasted 6 months before release.
DETAILS
PRODUCER - Dalwhinnie
VINTAGE - 2018
VARIETAL - Cabernet Sauvignon
COUNTRY - Australia
REGION - Pyrenees, Vic
BOTTLE SIZE - 750ml
