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The Ashmead family purchased their first estate vineyard in the middle of Nuriootpa in the late 1970s and since making their first wine from the 1982 vintage, have developed a great reputation and an enviable history of success. The 1992 Cabernet Sauvignon won the prestigious Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy in 1993, showcasing Elderton’s ability to make great Cabernet.

Elderton have 3 new plantings of specific clones of Cabernet Sauvignon from which they also took their first fruit this year. They are pretty excited about the potential of these vines in further developing their Cabernet Sauvignon to ensure the best and most honest expression of the variety.

A lively bouquet of chocolate, intense black forest fruits and savoury herbs. A rich and complex palate which begins with red berried fruit coupled with a dark chocolate note. A power of silken tannins carry on in step with the depth of blackberry and spicy fruit.

Drink now or cellar confidently for up to 10 years from vintage.