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Streicker "Ironstone Block" Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon - 2012

Name: Streicker "Ironstone Block" Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon
Brand: Streicker
SKU: 35784
Price: 49.96 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 35784 750mL

30 year old vines growing in cool climate Margaret River were smuggled into the country 40 years ago. This small production, superb Cabernet is filled with dense red fruit flavors, cassis and a touch of green pepper. Some new French oak barrel imparts a rich, toasty note that lingers on the finish.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2012

Country

Australia

Region

Western Australia

Sub-Region

Margaret River

Producer

Streicker

Grape Variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

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Glossary

Australia

Australian Shiraz (made from the grape called “Syrah” in other parts of the world) shows the essence of the outback: it’s big, bold, and a little rough around the edges. The vast country leaves lots of room for variation, however, with its many terroirs each yielding distinctively styled wines. The climate of South Australia’s McLaren Vale district is heavily influenced by the ocean; wines here typically show savory notes of olive and spice on the nose and deep berry flavors on the palate....

Cabernet Sauvignon

The result of an illicit affair a hundred-odd years ago between Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon today enjoys more worldwide popularity than both of its parents combined. It is the principal grape of Bordeaux, and as such has rightly earned its place among the greatest and most long-lived wines of the Old World; of course, it is also the most heralded grape of California, positioning it at the forefront of the New World wine scene as well. Today, Cabernet Sauvignon has a...

Western Australia

The state of Western Australia has a uniquely moderate maritime climate. With fairly consistent year-round temperatures and moderate rainfall, the climate is well suited to the Bordeaux grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The soil here tends to be gravelly or gritty loam, offering excellent drainage, though poor water retention means that frequent irrigation may be required. The Shiraz form Margaret River faithfully reflects its microclimate, yielding medium-bodied, spicy, peppery...