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2003 Cellar Release Georgie's Walk Cabernet Sauvignon
Production:
Picked April 11th 2003.
Single vineyard wine.
2.86 tonne to the acre.
Total production: 3720 bottles, 360 Re- Released 2011.
Colour:
Bright, yet deep berry red. Hints of brick on the meniscus reflecting its 7+ years of age.
Nose:
True Barossa Cabernet varietals- lifted blackcurrant over musky chocolate underpinned by menthol and spice. New American oak vanilla complexity fills out the deep red black fruit for a harmonious nose.
Palate:
Big soft summer berry fruit with lifted mint upfront. Middle palate fills with a rich compote: layered American oak vanilla, balanced ripe berry fruit over lingering mint and soft tannins. Great length and density filled with smoky yeast complexity finishes with an 'everlasting' rich fruit sweetness.
Philosophy:
If you stand on my verandah, lift up to tippe-toes and look carefully, you can just make out the 'Horse Paddock Cabernet' block. Most of the vineyard is on the flat, nestled in bottomless rich River Flat loam but the top third stretches itself up a gentle rise to where the soils become thinner and much less giving. Unlike Shiraz, Cabernet responds better in these richer soils and sheltered surrounds. This unique combination of soils, slope and protection gives a deep complexity and richness to the wines it produces.
The Warm 2003 season produced a 2.8 tonne to the acre crop absolutely chock full of Barossa Cabernet goodness. The grapes were picked, not on sugar level but when the tannins were ripe soft and sweet, peppered with crunchy seeds.
Purchase:
3 bottle case.
