2006 Cabernet Sauvignon

2006 Seize the Day Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

James Halliday         94 points    Drink to 2018        rrp$38

"Serious cabernet with complex aromas of violets, cedar, cassis and a touch of black olive; wonderfully pure on the palate, with great depth to the full bodied fruit. Screwcap 14.5% Alc."
                                      James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2009 Edition

Intense fruit driven varietal aromas and flavours

• 100% varietal
• Full-bodied, smooth in texture and structure
• Rounded tannins
• Balanced, harmonious with subtle, sweet oak

The Oak:

• Careful oak management is a priority to avoid over-oaking and the consequent masking of the natural fruit flavours.
• 21 months in 300L hogsheads.
• 25% new French oak, 75% old French oak.
   

 Winemaking:

• Open fermenters
• Gently basket pressed
• Hand racked to clarity
• Unfiltered, no fining with foreign substances
• Screw cap closure.

Total production:

204 dozen (750ml bottles).