2017 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 17.5%
Total Acidity 4.5 g/L
Grape Varieties Touriga Nacional
Classification Fortified wine
Region Margaret River
Vine Age Over 15 years old
Fermentation Vessels Open fermenters; fermentation on skins
Pressing Method Crushed And Fermented On Skins, Then Pressed Before Fortification
Oak Types Old French oak
Production Details Fruit was left on the vine until raisined and highly concentrated, then hand picked, crushed, fermented on skins, pressed, fortified, matured, blended and bottled.
Tasting Notes Blood plum, dark cherry, star anise, cinnamon, violets, orange zest, blackberry, cassis, very ripe plum, jubes and subtle black-tea tannin; warm, generous, full-bodied, concentrated and long.
Food Pairing Poached pears coated in chocolate ganache
Producer Information
Website
Address
3887 Caves Road, Wilyabrup, WA 6280, Australia
Phone
+61 8 9755 6255
Email
Owner
Sarah Davis and Andrew Jackson
Cellarmaster
Vanessa Carson