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Redfin Cabernet/Merlot Wine
Producer
Redfin was created by Liberty Wines, working with winemaker Tim James, with the specific aim of producing wines from Australia that once again generated excitement at this price level...
Australia achieved its number one position by over delivering on quality, but in recent years an emphasis on promotion seems to have become more important than quality.
Vineyards
The grapes are all sourced from selected vineyards in South Australia, with 55% of the fruit coming from the Riverland region, 30% from the McLaren Vale and 15% from Padthaway.
Vintage Information
Cool and dry conditions persisted in the new year, providing excellent conditions for vine health and flavour development. 2008 reds show good balance, firm tannins and plenty of flavour
Vinification
The grapes were all de-stemmed and crushed, then cold macerated on the skins for three days at 12ºC to extract primary fruit flavour compounds. Maceration on the skins continued for a further seven days to extract colour and tannin. Oak maturation took place using 100% French oak for 14 months.
Tasting Notes
Ruby red in colour with a purple hue. On the nose this wine displays lifted blackberry and blueberry aromas with nuances of mocha chocolate and subtle oak tones. The palate is soft, round and rich with generous blackcurrant, cinnamon and cherry flavours and a lingering finish. A tight tannin structure is complimented by subtle nutty oak.
| Vintage |
2008 |
| Grape varieties |
80% Cabernet Sauvignon
20% Merlot
|
| Region |
South Australia |
| Winemaker |
Tim James |
| Closure |
Stelvin |
| Alcohol (ABV) |
13% |
