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| Varietal: |
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100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Vintage: |
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April 2001 |
| Vineyard: |
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Pretty Sally Estate |
| Region: |
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Central Victoria, Australia |
| Barrel
Maturation: |
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22 months in 100% new French oak |
| Pruning: |
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2.4 tons per acre |
| Alcohol: |
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13% |
| Current
Production: |
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568 Cases |
| Bottle
size: |
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750 ml |
| Release
date: |
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April 2004 |
| Clone: |
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SA125 |
| Trellis
System: |
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VSP, 1.5m between vines, row spacing of 3m |
| Soil Type: |
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Rocky fragments in sandy clay loam |
| Winemaker: |
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John Ellis |
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VINTAGE DESCRIPTION
2001 turned out to be an unexpectedly good season. It started with a very wet winter but evolved into a very hot, dry summer. The vines were stressed but not damaged by the heat, thanks to water in our vineyard's reservoir and the prevailing breezes in our hills. They actually prospered and strengthened. We harvested two weeks early as the fruit had reached full flavor maturity and proper sugar level. Picking was done by hand, in a single session with on-the-spot selection.
WINEMAKING
The fruit was fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. After maceration, the wine was barreled in new French oak for 22 months. Following our winemaking philosophy of minimal intervention, the process was allowed to follow its natural course, yet always under meticulous scrutiny to avoid any flaws. In the words of our winemaker John Ellis, "the fruit was allowed to be itself." The result: "It's a brilliant Cabernet."
TASTING NOTES
Displays the classic traits of an elegant and balanced Cabernet Sauvignon, with a dark ruby color and a complex aroma of vivid berry fruit with interesting undertones, ending with a remarkably long finish.
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