Dalwhinnie Moonambel Cabernet Sauvignon 2003

Dalwhinnie Moonambel Cabernet Sauvignon 2003Dalwhinnie, located near the small village of Moonambel in the heart of the Pyrenees region of western Victoria, is one of Victoria's oldest family run vineyards. Dalwhinnie has been growing grapes for nearly 50 years and the 16 hectare vineyard is now fully mature. At 595 metres above sea level, Dalwhinnie is the highest and most remote of the Pyrenees district vineyards. The vineyard is located in a naturally undulating trough which falls away from

Nebbiolo is early-budding

almost racy palate

All are supported by well balanced acidity

Wine of the Year 2015

Deep crimson

subtle hints of oak and the balance of the fruit with the acidity that is so striking

almost stewed (but not in an overripe sense) fruit

There is little pleasure to be found in this wine at present so don't even think about thinking about opening one for at least ten years

A richer style indeed

first released in 1993

in fact it’s downright sleepy

polished red blend of superb balance and refinement