2017 Barossa Cabernet Franc
The fruit is sourced from old vine fruit grown in the southern Barossa Valley. Genetically related to Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc is less tannic and more aromatic with raspberry and five spice flavours, making the wine ideal for food matching. Vegan Friendly.
WINEMAKER: Jo Irvine
VARIETAL: 100% Cabernet Franc
REGION: Barossa Valley
ALCOHOL 14%
Jo’s passion for the “forgotten varieties of the Barossa” has let her to become an advocate for this variety. Delicate perfumes and elegance in flavour, a wine which possesses a distinct finesse as a beautifully balanced medium-bodied red wine.
Gold Medal
New York International Wine Competition – Double Gold
Silver Medal
Halliday
Bronze Medal
Huon Hooke
No previous vintages
Winestate - Emerging Wine Varietals – 4.5 Stars