wine
Larrikin II NV - 2005 Bottling
Production:
2003 2004 2005 Blend.
Final Cuvee by percentage: 37% Shiraz 34%, Cab,17% Grenache, 11% Mataro.
Sourced from our Stonewell Hill & Stelzer Road vineyards.
Total volume of 2003/2004/2005 Cuvee: 2300 litres.
Retained volume for blending with 2006 vintage: 900 litres.
Total cases bottled of the 2003/2004/2005 Cuvee 150 dozen.
Total bottled cases available of this release: 125 dozen.
Colour::
Deep inky black with intense purple fringes lifting to hints of crimson brick on the meniscus.
Nose:
Initially the nose is filled with fat rich aromas of spicy yeast buns redolent with plums. Layered over these rich base notes is a delicate aroma of red berry compote of cassis and redcurrant finishing with a black boy rose petal perfume.
Palate:
Rich yeasty plum pudding studded with preserved red berries and raspberry finishing notes. An intense mouth filling richness that lingers on and on combined with the high alcohol sweetness lift and project the flavours throughout the whole palate. The gentle suggestion of coconut vanilla from the American oak leaves the palate clean and uncluttered. NOT for the 'varietal purist' or those looking for a subtle wine!!!
Purchase:
3 bottle case.
