Wolf Blass Wines Cabernet Sauvignon

Description

Yellow label Cabernet Sauvignon sources fruit from leading South Australian Cabernet Regions with the aim to capture the variety’s regal structure, texture and varietal fruit flavours.Wolf Blass Wines, established in 1966, has grown from a humble tin shed to become one of the world’s most successful and awarded wineries. Today, Wolf Blass wines are exported to more than 50 countries and are recognised internationally as icons of modern winemaking. The essence of Wolf Blass wines is exemplified through the passion of its custodians, past and present as they continuously strive to produce wines of quality, character and consistency.Vintage Conditions The 2011 Vintage was challenging due to high summer rainfall and a cool growing season throughout South Australia.Careful vineyard selection was crucial in maintaining quality in a year with higher disease pressure. The cooler conditions acted to maintain excellent acid levels in both reds and whites, with bright, vibrant wines resulting.Maturation Parcels of this wine were matured with French and American oak.Peak Drinking Enjoy this wine in its youth or cellar correctly for three to five years.Winemaker CommentsColour Deep crimson with purples hues.Nose Aromatic dark fruit characters with hints of plum, cassis and minty varietal notes.Palate Generous mid palate with plum and cassis overtones, subtle integrated oak, gently structured tannins and a finely textured finish. – Wolf Blass