2021 Elderton Cabernet Sauvignon, Barossa Valley, Australia (750ml)

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Elderton Wines is a small, family-owned winery, situated in the heart of Australia’s Barossa Valley. Their vineyards were first planted in 1894 by early German settlers and in 1979 the Ashmead family purchased the property and has since worked tirelessly to salvage and restore their treasured vineyards. Today, the vision of the founders shines through, with Elderton being recognized as a major player in the rejuvenation of the Barossa. The winery is currently helmed by the second generation of the Elderton family, brothers Cameron and Allister, with Cameron’s wife Jules Ashmead heading the winemaking team. Elderton employs a range of sustainable farming practices and is a certified member of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia. Their approach focuses on long-term sustainability, low inputs, and minimal environmental impact.

100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The base for this wine comes from Elderton’s Nuriootpa vineyard; the slightly higher elevation of their Craneford (Eden Valley) vineyard offers another layer of vibrancy and freshness, coupled with a slatey cool finish. Additionally, there are three new plantings of select clones of Cabernet Sauvignon from which Elderton also took their first fruit this year. Aged predominantly in older French puncheons for 16 months. A full-bodied, classic Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon with rich aromas of black fruits, dark chocolate and cedar. On the palate, it has layers of blackberry, cassis, fig, chocolate and toasted oak, with hints of dried sage, and firm, nicely structured tannins. Richly fruited with a long, persistent finish, with savory and mineral undertones.