Patritti Merchant Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 (12 x 750mL) McLaren Vale

VINTAGE

The season started dry but above average rainfall in August ensured adequate soil moisture at budburst. Good conditions throughout the growing season were undermined by unseasonably cool conditions through flowering resulting in poor fruit set. The region escaped much of the January heat experienced by the rest of the state before a mild autumn harvest resulted in good flavour and colour development, albeit with a small crop.

VINIFICATION

The fruit for this Cabernet Sauvignon was sourced from local McLaren Vale growers and Patritti’s own Blewitt Springs vineyard. All parcels were individually matured for 15 months in 500L oak puncheons (50% new French, 50% seasoned French and American) before careful selection, blending and bottling.

REGION

McLaren Vale enjoys a reputation for producing high quality Shiraz and Grenache along with some alternative varietals from Italy and Spain. Elevation peaks at 350 metres along the Sellicks foothills with these vineyards influenced by the cooler gully winds making them ideal for white wine and cooler climate varieties. Majority of vineyards are located on gently undulating land with strong coastal influences. The Mediterranean climate is characterised by moderate winters, warm summers and predictable winter rainfall.