Johann Menge was South Australia’s first Geologist and was struck by Barossa’s potential for viticulture. Menge wrote to George Fife Angas, describing the region as ‘the cream, the whole cream and nothing but the cream’. His description convinced Pastor Kavel to make Barossa his flock’s new home.

COLOUR

Medium depth crimson with purple hues.

AROMA

A rich and inviting aroma of dark cherry, plum and sweet spice mingle with hints of mocca and savoury notes, adding complexity.

PALATE

Juicy red berries and dark cherries flow through the palate, with generous sweet fruit balancing with sweet and briary spices. The finish lingers on a fruity and spicy note with youthful, grippy and chalky tannins extending the length.

FOOD PAIRING

Slow-cooked lamb shanks; crispy skin salmon; roast pork or duck; dark chocolate.