Each of the four blocks at Cooinda Vale were handpicked and hand sorted, then fermented separately. Fruit is destemmed only (no crushing) and inoculated for fermentation. We favour pumping over during fermentation which typically lasts for 10 days and is then followed by a post ferment maceration of 8-10 days. This wine was bottled unfined and unfiltered.
The aroma exhibits rich and ripe red fruit, extreme vibrancy of red currants, cranberry, cherry, vanilla and rhubarb with a light fennel note and orange zest lingering. The aroma then extends onto the palate with the added complexity of a toasty char, poached rhubarb, bitter raspberry and violet notes. Combining into a long, soft textural mouth feel. A fine line of silky tannin keeps you going back for more.