D'Arenberg Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Since 1912 the Osborn family have grown grapes and made wine in the picturesque surrounds of McLaren Vale. Today, fourth generation family member Chester Osborn is at the winemaking helm, making distinctive wines using traditional methods in the winery and the vineyard.

Coppermine Road runs parallel to our very best Cabernet vineyard in McLaren Vale, just metres from the winery, cellar door and restaurant. Planted to an almost extinct clone, this vineyard rarely yields greater than one tonne to the acre.

The season began well with average winter rainfall, Summer conditions were
significantly warmer than average with two heatwaves through January testing the
limits of the vines. Following the heatwave was rain and cool weather, which helped
slow down ripening, and allowed flavour development to catch up to sugar ripeness.
White wines from this vintage are fruity and very flavoursome, as are reds with ample
tannin to match.

Vibrant, aromatic and powerful. The nose is bursting with black berry, beetroot and
alpine herbs. The palate is earthy and medium weight, with coarse tannin and
spicy acidity. This wine is elegant, yet brutish, showing great balance and
character. The tannins and acidity need time to soften. Sit back and be patient.

While enjoyable in youth, this wine will reach its full potential with bottle age up to
at least 20 years. The considerable structure and depth will ensure that the fruit
characters will develop over time revealing more complexity and providing immense
interest.