1998 Cabernet Sauvignon

This wine is made from fruit grown on the historic 150 year old Turkey Flat vineyard.  The Cabernet Sauvignon is planted on the river flat near the cellar door where tobacco once grew during World War 1. Although the tobacco did not thrive, the Cabernet Sauvignon vines produce fruit of exceptional richness and concentration. 

What sets Cabernet Sauvignon apart is its ability to travel, to set down its roots in distant lands and still produce something that is recognizably Cabernet, whatever the circumstances and conditions.  Whilst the Barossa Valley has largely earned its reputation for making 'big' reds with the Shiraz grape variety, this wine is certainly proof that the Barossa can produce Cabernet with power and concentration. 

This is probably our most classic Cabernet Sauvignon yet. The palate displays seductive sweet ripe berry flavours.  As always the style is very much fruit driven with supportive oak and tannin structure.