1865 Master Blend 2021

1865 Master Blend 2021Tasting Notes Appearance: deep ruby colour. Nose: upfront aromas of ripe red fruit, like cherries and redcurrants, along with soft spicy notes like nutmeg, vanilla and cocoa. Palate: this wine has good body, medium structure and balanced acidity. The tannins are smooth, leading to a pleasant, elegant and long finish. Varietal 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35%, Syrah, 15% Merlot, 8% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot. About A master blend made

and great ageing potential

Medium toast with oak from the Voges (we find this slightly coarser oak grain perfect for the sometimes reductive Syrah)

A long and complex finish with honeyed agave

a perfect balance emerges

and approachable

blackcurrants

contributing to its rich

and a long finish

or mixing into classic whisky cocktails

deepening colour and enriching character

Vinification

layered with subtle vanilla oak spice and faint earthy undertones