Churchview The Bartondale - Cabernet Sauvignon

As they say in France “voila”! This Churchview Estate St Johns Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Merlot blend is a truly elegant and stunning example of Bordeaux style. As in Bordeaux these grape varieties grow very well in the Margaret River region. This wine is youthful and exuberant and will age extremely well for many years. The colour is a distinctive dark blood red ruby. The aromas are a delightfully perfumed combination of black cherries, plums, blackcurrant, cigar box, new leather and mingled smoky oak. A great balance of bright fruit, savory complexity and integrated oak. On the palate generous flavours of ripe dark fruits, with layers of savory notes are revealed. The tannin profile is precise and linear, providing a long dry length.

This Churchview, St Johns Limited Release wine is made from hand picked Viognier and “Old block” Shiraz grapes. The brilliant Ruby Red coloured wine is matured in French oak barrigues and hogs heads for 16 months. The Intense aromas of red fruits, cherries, cranberries, with a liquorice coated raspberry confectionary sweetness. Layers of spice, cashew nuts and tobacco dance together with the subtle apricot lift. On the palate this is a lovely soft and round wine. A generous mid pallet of the red fruits and spice dominate the mouthfeel. The fine tannins create a length of succulence and balance.

The Bartondale Shiraz comes from a small area of older, north facing vines. Hand picked Viognier (7%) and the old block Shiraz is received at the winery. The colour is a brilliant ruby red, the aroma is a fragrant mix of red and black currants, with hints of Moroccan spices and vanilla. Fine tannins and the soft rounded fruits carry the elegance of the wine. the taste is firm and fresh with a little acidity that provides length.