Winery Tasting Notes

Mildara Cabernet Sauvignon 1984

Mildara has been crafting Coonawarra Cabernets since the release of its original 1963 vintage. Dubbed “Peppermint Pattie” when released, due to its obvious chocolate and mint characters. To this day, the Mildara Coonawarra wines endeavor to recapture these qualities and produce wine reminiscent of this iconic Cabernet.

Mildara Cabernet Sauvignon 1986

Cabernet Sauvignon is the shining star of the region, producing some of Australia's great wines. They display concentrated fruit flavors and although the winemaking principles revolve around extracting as much of the tannin as possible, they are well integrated and never overpowering.

Mildara Cabernet Sauvignon 1985

Coonawarra is the most important wine region within the Limestone Coast zone of South Australia, credited with producing some of the best red wines in the entire country, and often described as Australia's most famous terroir.

St. Hallett Cabernet Merlot 1988

From the beginning, St Hallett understood the importance of saving old vines and focusing on varieties that thrive in the Barossa region – particularly Shiraz. Over the years, St Hallett has built up a deep understanding of the rich tapestry of vineyard sites and climates in the Barossa. With this, an appreciation for and knowledge of local growers and the finest vines and highest-quality parcels of fruit the Barossa can offer.

d`Arenberg Stump Jump Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre

A rich ruby red appearance with a fragrant nose of raspberry, a hint of dark cherry and spice. Silky texture on the palate, but with a juicy fruit core that shows plum, red berries, and a savoury finish. There are lovely soft tannins and some slight acidity. The fruit weight and silkyness means this wine can be enjoyed now, but it will keep developing over time. with minimal disease pressure and above average crop levels.