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Our classic old vine Cabernet is a wine of great quality and character which is dedicated to Ron's father Alwyn "Lofty" Liebich (1916-1953) who had high ideals - he was also a rather tall bloke.
Vineyard and Vinification:
Grown On CW's Block, planted by Clarence Walter “Darkie” Liebich in
1969, the vines suffer dead arm affliction causing low yields of 0.5 tonne per
acre, which greatly intensifies the fruit colour and flavour. Vines are
hand-pruned and receive minimal irrigation. As well as the low yield from dead
arm affliction of around 0.5 tonne per acre, the intensity of flavour is
enhanced by the non clonal vineyard, the mixed clone producing wild variations
among the vines in berry size and quantity of fruit. Grapes for the 2002 vintage
were picked at 15.4°Baume late in the season for optimum ripeness. Traditional
hand plunging of the skins, basket pressing and non-filtration, have achieved
excellent colour & flavour extraction. Maturation for 24 months in various
aged French oak barrels has added complexity and perfectly balances the
seductive fruit.
Tasting Notes:
Colour: Deep crimson .
Nose: A delightfully pungent nose of blackberry, herbal pepper and violet
overtones harmonise with the soft French oak.
Palate: The sweet fruit is balanced by the components of ready-aged oak and puckering tannin with the finish being extremely long and enticing. This wine is justifiably essence of fruit, and will reward long term cellaring, although great drinking right now.
Alcohol: 15.5% v/v.
Cellar: 15+ years.
Closure: Natural
cork
and screw cap.
