Train Trak Cabernet 2004

Deep ruby in colour, the wine shows aromas of vibrant brambleberry leading to a palate of concentrated fruit. Black currant characters are combined with toasty oak nuances and firm supporting tannins.
94/100 ««««« James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2008 edition
&Bronze Medal Winner International Cool Climate Wine Show 2007
&Bronze Medal Winner Cairns Wine Show 2006
WINE PROFILE
Harvested: April 2004
Bottled: August 2005
Released: March 2007
Alcohol: 12.5%
Cellaring: Optimum drinking from 2007 ‘til 2013
2004 vintage:
The 2004 vintage started with a wet spring resulting in good soil moisture. The summer was a hot dry summer before late rain set in. It was an unusual and early season with picking times dictated by pending rain.
Viticulture:
The vines are trellised by the VPS method. Crop levels was low, at 1.6 t/ac. Attention to vine site location, based on variety preference, canopy management, low cropping levels and hand picking have resulted in our premium Train Trak wines, displaying intense varietal flavour and elegance.
Maturation and Vinification:
The grapes were crushed and fermented on skins with natural yeast for 10 days before pressing. A short post fermentation maceration was used to enhance flavour and texture. The wine was pressed off, settled and racked to French barriques 30% new, for 8 months, completing mlf. A further 6 months maturation in older barriques followed before final blending.
Country and region of origin:
Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia
Grape varieties:
100% Cabernet Sauvignon estate grown and hand picked.
Food pairing:
Prime rare steak, beef casserole, roast lamb with rosemary

RRP:	25.00
Your Price:	23.50	($AU inc. GST)
Min. order quantity:	12