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Rockford - Barossa Valley Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Australie • Barossa Valley • Red

$4,264.00 tax included
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$710.66 / unit
Packaging : 6 x 75CL - Cardboard

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說明

THE Rockford Barossa Valley Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 is a wine red An Australian wine that embodies the excellence of the Barossa Valley region. This red wine is an authentic expression of Australian terroir, offering a rich and complex tasting experience. A full-bodied and elegant red wine, perfect for lovers of fine wines.
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

The 2017 Rockford Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon displays a deep, intense red color. On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of ripe black fruit, sweet spices, and subtle notes of cedar. On the palate, the attack is ample and generous, with silky tannins and a beautiful structure. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a rich and elegant aromatic imprint. A red wine of great finesse.

Food & wine pairings

It will perfectly complement grilled red meats, rich sauced dishes and mature cheeses.
Producer

Producer

The Rockford vineyard stretches across the fertile lands of the Barossa Valley, benefiting from a climat Warm and sunny, ideal for ripening grapes. The terroir, which is not disclosed, plays a vital role in the unique expression of Rockford wines. vieilles vignes, Carefully tended, they draw their nutrients from deep within the soil, giving the grapes exceptional concentration and aromatic complexity. domaine is committed to preserving biodiversity and minimizing its impact on the environment, in order to guarantee the sustainability of this exceptional terroir.

Owner and history

Rockford Wines is a domaine Based in Australia's iconic Barossa Valley, Rockford was founded in the early 1980s by Robert O'Callaghan and is now one of Australia's most prestigious wineries. O'Callaghan began as a winemaking apprentice in 1965 at Seppelts in Rutherglen, Victoria. In 1971, he moved west to Barossa and purchased 2 hectares (5 acres) of land. He planted vines and built a winery in the style of an 1850s stone cottage on the property. Rockford's inaugural vintage was in 1984. In addition to its small estate vineyard, Rockford partners with several independent winemakers around Barossa, with vineyards in Kalimna, Ebenezer, Moppa Springs, the Eden Valley, and central Barossa. This gives Rockford a wide variety of soil types, microclimates, and altitudes for its grapes, allowing for a greater degree of control in the cellar. Many vines are planted on their own rootstocks and are between 60 and 100 years old, resulting in intense and concentrated grapes that translate into the wines.

Vinification and aging

Winemaking at Rockford is a meticulous process, carried out with respect for tradition. The grapes are harvested by hand, carefully sorted, and then fermented in open vats. Aging takes place in French oak barrels, where the wine refines its structure and develops its aromatic complexity. domaine The winery favors a minimalist approach, intervening as little as possible to preserve the integrity of the fruit and the expression of the terroir. Each step is carried out with meticulous care to create wines of exceptional quality.

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The team's opinion

A Cabernet Sauvignon that celebrates the richness of the Barossa Valley, a true invitation to explore the captivating flavors of Australia.

  • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

  • Climax 2024 à 2035

Wine profile

  • Fruity
  • Complex
  • Framed