Agincourt Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Located in the Yarra Valley, east of Melbourne in the state of Victoria, the Yarra Yering vineyard benefits from a cool climate tempered by altitude and oceanic influence. The Agincourt vines are planted in ancient soils, predominantly gravelly and clay-loam, which ensure natural drainage and limit vigor. This terroir promotes slow ripening of the grapes, preserving natural acidity and aromatic finesse, while allowing the Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec to express great fruit purity and elegant structure.

This wine reveals notes of ripe blackcurrant , blackberry , and black cherry , complemented by floral touches of violet and peony , as well as spicy nuances of pepper and clove . Woody accents of cedar , blond tobacco , and dark chocolate mingle with a subtle graphite structure. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and precise, supported by fresh acidity, fine yet firm tannins, and a long, flavorful, and slightly smoky finish.

Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multigenerational winemaking families, and a deep-rooted knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to this a thirst for exploration and innovation, a fearless attitude, and a diverse portfolio of 65 wine regions across a wide range of climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine nation. Australia burst onto the export scene in the 1980s and has since been offering the world vibrant, fruity, and exceptionally good-value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, the history of Australian wine was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache, and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diverse range of high-quality Australian wines and regional wines that has always existed. Australian viticulture is concentrated primarily along the southern coastline where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions, each centered around major cities: Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne, and New South Wales around Sydney. The country is one of the world's largest wine producers and was the fourth-largest exporter in 2011. This recent development has made Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines throughout the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines, which are defined by their terroir.