Deep ruby red in colour. The bouquet is rich and complex with hints of distinct floral and violet fruit and subtle sweet French vanilla oak. Typical Coonawarra spicy berry flavours. Medium bodied with a strong mid palate of rich red berry notes and integrated smoky vanilla French oak, finishing with a refined silky tannin structure.
2006 - Coonawarra, SE Australia - 15% abv - 75 cl
Price Excl. Duty & VAT: £13.80
Coonawarra is situated in the south east of South Australia and is an area that is about 15km long and 2 km wide. It is approximately 4.5 hours drive from the heart of Melbourne or 4 hours from Adelaide. Coonawarra experiences warm dry summers and cool wet winters. Generally the cooler the climate the more balanced the flavours and Coonawarra is known for having one of the longest ripening seasons of the world. Coonawarra is world renowned for its 'terra rossa' soil - rich red clay over limestone that is well drained, a key element in premium grape growing.
