2008 Cabernet Sauvignon

VINTAGE
October and November received above average rain which reduced frost pressure. The rest of the growing season from December - March was very dry, with only 25mm in late January to freshen the vines pre-veraison. High temperatures in short bursts in January necessitated careful irrigation to maintain canopy function and vine health, which was excellent in the vineyards through to harvest. Between the short hot spells the temperatures were cool to mild which created excellent flavour development.

WINEMAKING
The 2008 Rex Watson cabernet sauvignon is a blend of premium parcels from best performing sections of our Coonawarra vineyard. The grapes were machine harvested during the mild April days to ensure rapid onset of fermentation in the winery, and pumped over 6 times daily to get maximum extraction of the ripe cabernet tannins from the grapes to the wine. The wine was matured with French and American oak for 14 months prior to bottling.

COLOUR
Deep red in colour with cerise hues.

BOUQUET
Displays red cherry aromas with a touch of mint and vanillin oak.

PALATE
Black and red currant fruit flavours fill out the palate leading to earthy characters on the finish.

SUGGESTED FOOD
Enjoy with a chorizo, sundried tomato and rocket pasta.

CELLARING
An outstanding wine made to drink young and fresh and will reward with careful cellaring in the medium term.