Rochford Estate Cabernet Franc 2024
RRP: $33.00
Trophy - Best Other Red Variety - Yarra Valley Wine Show 2025
Tasting Notes:
This old vine Cabernet Franc really pops from the glass with plenty of charm! Aromas of pink peppercorns, violet florals, bright cherry and cranberry fruits with some earthy ferrous notes. The palate has a lovely balance of fresh red berry fruits, dried herb and a refreshing crunch. The tannins meld nicely with the fruits. The site, season and variety have been a true trifecta here!
Winemaking Notes:
Picked on the 21st of March
Vinification & Elevage: The fruit was fully destemmed as whole berries, with a short cold soak before fermentation and 14 days on skins. The wine was then pressed into French oak barriques for malolactic conversion, where it remained on lees in oak for 10 months.
Viticultural Notes:
Cabernet Franc clone 210.
Sourced from 40+ year old vines on blocks 2 & 4 from Hill Road Vineyard, Coldstream.
Varietal:
Cabernet Franc 100%
Alcohol:
13.8%