Supreme drinking upon release as a 3-year-old wine but will reward greatly with cellaring of 20+ years. This screams for some hearty protein, try with grass fed Scotch Fillet medium rare.
2021 'The Vanguard' Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage 2021
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Region Polish Hill River, Clare Valley
Fruit Source Estate Grown, Single Vineyard
ALCOHOL 13.5% | PH 3.44 | RS
Vanguard (noun): the leading position in a movement or field, especially in new developments or ideas.
This wine has been released and named in honour of founding viticulturalist and owner, Andrew Pike. His vision has not only been pivotal to the success of Pikes Wines, but it has also helped shape the future of our region. Andrew’s contributions to industry leadership, viticultural innovation, development of emerging varietals, and investment in regional tourism have had a significant and lasting impact.
Limited release, only 50 dozen produced.
Limit 3 bottles per customer.
Rated 97 Points by Ray Jordan, Winepilot, December 2024
"Aromas of blackcurrant and dark chocolate with a leafy subtle black olive nuance. The palate packs in plenty with great intensity and concentration yet is presented with effortless ease and poise. Grainy tannins and balanced oak support, with a gentle cuddle and caress through to the very long finish. Classic."
Rated 95 Points by Mike Bennie, Halliday Wine Companion, August 2024
It's got a sense of vitality, beautiful flow, fine, lacy tannins shaping things gently and succulent, briny acidity under cassis, faint choc-mint, lavender, blueberry and licorice. So fragrant, too, such a charming invite into the glass. It sits at a pretty medium weight and delivers freshness and charm in spades. Finesse and drinkability hand in hand.
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Vanguard (noun): the leading position in a movement or field, especially in new developments or ideas.
This wine has been released and named in honour of founding viticulturalist and owner, Andrew Pike. His vision has not only been pivotal to the success of Pikes Wines, but it has also helped shape the future of our region. Andrew’s contributions to industry leadership, viticultural innovation, development of emerging varietals, and investment in regional tourism have had a significant and lasting impact.
Limited release, only 50 dozen produced.
Limit 3 bottles per customer.
Rated 97 Points by Ray Jordan, Winepilot, December 2024
"Aromas of blackcurrant and dark chocolate with a leafy subtle black olive nuance. The palate packs in plenty with great intensity and concentration yet is presented with effortless ease and poise. Grainy tannins and balanced oak support, with a gentle cuddle and caress through to the very long finish. Classic."
Rated 95 Points by Mike Bennie, Halliday Wine Companion, August 2024
It's got a sense of vitality, beautiful flow, fine, lacy tannins shaping things gently and succulent, briny acidity under cassis, faint choc-mint, lavender, blueberry and licorice. So fragrant, too, such a charming invite into the glass. It sits at a pretty medium weight and delivers freshness and charm in spades. Finesse and drinkability hand in hand.
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