2016 'Barb's Block' Cabernet Sauvignon - 12 pack

- Recently awarded the GOLD medal at the 2019 Australia and New Zealand Boutique Wine Show 
- Recently awarded the SILVER medal at the 2018 Limestone Coast Wine Show 
 
100% Estate grown, the fruit for for the Barbs Block Cabernet Sauvignon was picked on the 23rd (Block 2) and 30th of March (Block 3) 2016, then fermented in small open fermenters, with the grapes spending between 7-12 days on skins. Maturation was in a combination of old new fine-grain French Hogsheads for 22 months maturation. 
 
Colour: Deep rich red with a dark core
Aroma: Classic Cabernet nose. Vibrant cassis liquer, red fruits, a hint of cedar
Palate: Silky fine tannins, dark chocolate, a touch of cabernet leafiness, lovely ripeness and generosity, a pretty and focussed flavour profile. The 2016 vintage is showing to be an excellent vintage, with optimal ripeness and beautiful balance on display with this wine. 
Food Match: Bool Lagoon prime lamb, matured cheese and crusty bread
 
Cellaring: 10-20 years 
Alcohol: 14.5%
TA: 5.13g/L
RS: 0.4g/L
pH: 3.58 
Vegan
Bottled: 28/3/18
 
Wine made by friend and winemaker Phil Lehmann