2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Limited Reserve
2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Limited Reserve
In the quest for a unique aged Red Wine our point of difference relies on choosing the best fruit at the best time and keying nature’s naturally timed fermentation processes to achieve the best end result. Wines that are produced naturally utilising this organic process of nature allows the wines to age gracefully. This is Manor Estate’s formula to creating the highest quality of handcrafted aged wine. Manor Estate’s Cabernet Sauvignon is then transferred into French oak barrels where it remains for the secondary fermentation and many years to come avoiding the use of any artificial chemicals so our Cabernet Sauvignon is as organically produced as possible.
Tasting Note:
This exceptional wine displays a soft rich plumy character as you would expect from a matured Cabernet Sauvignon wine vintage produced from the McLaren Vale Region. That special occasion deserves a special wine. A wine that just mellows with the thoughts of a memorable night, where the rich dark wine viscosities and brilliant berry tastes flicker on your taste buds. Reminiscent of a roaring fire’s warmth fusing with your senses, or the soft and gently smoothing lingering sweet after taste of that last sip, a tantalising memory of that deep black-current and peppery plum wine with spicy rich mouth-watering aromas. This is a wine that is both uplifting dynamic and yet displays the soft oak undertones characteristically a signature of the region.
It is a wine to be savoured immediately and or cellared as the tannins are mature enough giving the wine enough structure to age or enjoy on that special occasion without leaving the palate too dry.
Food Pairings:
Manor Estate’s Cabernet Sauvignon is a big wine with intense flavour, full body and structure. Think of Cabernet Sauvignon’s full taste as a strength. You’ll never have to worry about a bold, rich dish overpowering your drink ever again. Instead, the bold flavours can match anything from blue cheese to lamb shanks! A wine like this needs to be paired with richer more intense foods – delicate dishes would be overwhelmed. Meats like lamb and steak naturally work with this because the meats are high in fatty proteins which coat your mouth. The high levels of tannin in Cabernet bind with the proteins of the meat and clear your palate making your mouth ready for the next bite. Pairing with heavier more complex dishes and sauces and incorporating salt, acid or fruit flavours will enhance this wine.