2004 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
pH 3.51
Total Acidity 7 g/L
Grape Varieties 56% Block 20 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon; 44% Shiraz from Kalimna Blocks 4 and 14 and Koonunga Hill Block 53G
Region South Australia
Fermentation Vessels Open and closed headed-down fermenters at Magill and Nuriootpa; fermentation completed in new 300 L oak hogsheads
Barrel Size 300
Production Details Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz parcels were separately vinified at Magill and Nuriootpa; near dryness they were transferred to new oak to complete fermentation, underwent malolactic fermentation, and were then classified and selected for the final blend.
Tasting Notes Deep colour; highly perfumed chamomile, violet and mocha; immense concentration; savoury and meaty nuances; fine-grained tannins; classically structured and balanced palate
Food Pairing Hearty meat dishes
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Producer Information
Website
Address
78 Penfold Road, Magill, South Australia, 5072, Australia
Phone
+61 (08) 8301 5943
Email
Owner
Treasury Wine Estates
Cellarmaster
Peter Gago