The Montepulciano grapes for this wine were harvested from a single vineyard parcel in Kersbrook Adelaide Hills, a warmer site with rocky, well-drained soils perfectly suited for Italian varietals.

Montepulciano is a late-ripening varietal and is always the last variety we pick from each vintage. Destemmed in the vineyard, the grapes were then partially crushed into a small open fermenter, with a percentage of berries left whole. Nine days on skins ensured the ideal colour, flavour and tannin extraction before the Montepulciano was transferred to French oak barrels (20% new) for 18 months prior to blending.

Appearance: Very deep with vibrant purple hue.

Nose: Dark, brooding and youthful, with notes of blackcurrant, anise and subtle dried herbs.

Palate: Medium-bodied, with generous fruit weight and flavour complemented by a rustic tannin profile typical of Italian varieties.

The Montepulciano is a great match for red meats, such as a juicy scotch fillet or traditional Italian osso buco.