2018 Mitolo Serpico Cabernet Sauvignon, McLaren Vale
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Serpico, the flagship Mitolo Cabernet, is made using the Amarone technique of drying grapes before fermentation. This process concentrates flavour contributing mid palate plushness, complexity and mouth coating yet silky tannins. It’s a unique wine that is rich and structured yet has the balance of elements crucial to the Mitolo style.
Aged in 100% new barrels which are a blend of 80% French and 20% French coopered American oak for approximately 10 months.
Inky dark red. Leafy herbal flavours are strong with fresh cut grass, citronella, black tea leaves. The concentrated fruit sits alongside these flavours with cassis and dried red currants.
Initially supple and very concentrated and yet at the same time with a faintly elegant feel to start. The impressive flavours, concentrated by the drying process are powerful and complex, with pyrazine herbals and dried fig. Powerful tannins eventually take charge providing a balance and dryness to the strong fruit.
Cellar 10-12 years.
Big, hearty meat dishes or, as we do, after a meal with sharp, hard cheese from the Veneto such as Asiago d’Allevo, walnuts and pear.
| Product/Service Sold Out | No |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | McLaren Vale |
| Varietals | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | NRY |
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