Two Rivers The Confluence Cabernet Merlot

Vintage: 2008

Varietal(s): Cabernet Sauvignon 50% Merlot 50%

tasting notes

This wine is dark ruby red in colour and displays ripe cabernet aromas of tomato bush and red fruits, complemented by earthy Merlot tones of plum and mulberry. Fine tannins and the subtle use of oak give the palate a soft lingering finish.

winemaking

After harvesting the juice was left for 24 hours to cold soak, then left on skins for 7 days. Fermentation was carried out on skins for 7 days while keeping the temperature between 18°C and 25°C. This wine was then matured in selected oak barrels for 12 months. Malolactic Fermentation: Yes Bottled: 9th December 2009

technical notes

Date Harvested: 07.02.2008; 31.03.2008

Baume Level: 12.5 to 13.5

Alcohol by Volume: 13.0%

Standard Drinks: 7.7

vineyard

This wine is from the spectacular 'Inglewood' Vineyard located in the upper reaches of the Hunter Valley. The name 'Two Rivers' was drawn from the Vineyards unique position nestled on the banks of the Hunter River near its confluence with the Goulburn.