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Parker Estate First Growth Cabernet Merlot 2006
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Integral to the style and quality of the Parker wines has been the unique meso climate of its vineyard located in the southern part of the Coonawarra. Whilst the famous cigar shaped terra rossa strip is quite compact (1.5 x 15 kilometres) there are noticeable climatic and soil differences within the strip that impart unique qualities on the wines. Compared to the central and
northern parts of Coonawarra Parker’s southerly site is less prone to frost, has a higher median temperature and benefits from crucial additional hang time with ripening occurring up to 10-14 days later. A wet winter started season 2005 with good rains recharging the aquifer, the best refill in at least three years. Generally dry conditions followed with very good canopies and good leaf area. March and April produced typical “Indian Summer” weather dry and warm, ideal conditions for ripening. Th e grapes were harvested in early April at 13c Beaume under
perfect conditions. Integral to the style and structure of the First Growth is the 7 day warm fermentation and 4-6 week maceration on skins. Individual parcels were then matured in new French oak (Seguin Moreau Chateau and Taransaud Chateau) for 18 months before blending. Th e assembled blend was returned to oak before egg fining and bottling.
Wine Notes: This limited bottling is deep in colour with a purple hue. Th e nose is fine and lifted with intense pure cassis aromas, liquorice and nuances of fine smoky French oak.
Th e palate is intense and deep with layered rich cassis, blackberry fruit and mineral overtones. An elegant structure is complemented by good acidity and balance, the finish is long and lingering with fine suede like tannins.
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon 91%, Merlot 9% Alcohol: 14.7% Acidity: 7.8 g/L PH: 3.37 Aging: 19 months Cellar: Tremendous aging potential
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| Don't Pay: $110.00
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WBW Rating: 96/100
Closure: Cork
Region: Coonawarra SA |
Winemaker: Peter Bissell
Drink now until: 2021
Alc/Vol: 15 %
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