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K1 Cabernet / Tempranillo 2007 Sold Out
A striking example of a modern Cabernet Sauvignon/Tempranillo blend synonymous with the Rioja and Navarra regions of Spain.
Kuitpo Cabernet forms a firm spine with it's muscular dark fruit and the Tempranillo adds fleshy red fruit and soft earthy tannin.
The 2007 K1 Cabernet Tempranillo is a rich wine with dominant plum jam and crushed blackcurrant. Velvety Cabernet tannins fill the palate, with a savoury earthiness from the Tempranillo component followed through to a fruit-driven, dark chocolate finish.
The cool climate Cabernet acidity and fine texture will ensure this wine will drink beautifully for many years.
Excellent with full flavoured meat and rich tomato-based dishes or cured meats.
Variety: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Tempranillo
Region: 100% K1 Vineyard
Harvest: Cabernet 8th April, Tempranillo 10th April
Winemaking
Matured for 12 months in 80% French oak, 20% American. 20% new oak, and 80% aged between 2 & 5yrs
Alcohol: 14% alc/vol
Total acidity:7.02 g/L
pH: 3.45
Residual sugar: 2.8 g/L
Accolades
- Bronze Medal - Adelaide Hills Wine Show 09
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