De Bortoli
De Bortoli Woodfired Cabernet 2021 | Heathcote
De Bortoli Woodfired Cabernet 2021 | Heathcote
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De Bortoli Woodfired Cabernet 2021 Heathcote is rich, bold red with deep purple hue bursting with ripe blackberry and blueberry flavours, hints of cedarwood and liquorice adding touch of class. Balanced tannins, soft and luxurious mouthfeel with classic Cabernet taste, authentic expression of Heathcote terroir, northern Heathcote vineyards, ancient red Cambrian soils, 7 months maturation, age 3-8 years, exceptional Australian Cabernet Sauvignon.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
This distinguished Heathcote Cabernet presents a deep purple hue with brilliant clarity and vibrant ruby highlights, displaying the exceptional quality characteristic of wine from northern Heathcote vineyards around Corop on ancient red Cambrian soils ideal for dark fruited, rich, soft Cabernet, showcasing the artisanal craftsmanship of De Bortoli Woodfired wines.
Aroma
The nose is bursting with ripe blackberry and blueberry flavours creating a sophisticated aromatic profile. The bouquet showcases remarkable depth with hints of cedarwood and liquorice adding a touch of class, creating an aromatic profile that defines this rich, bold red with authentic expression of Heathcote's unique terroir.
Palate
Rich, bold palate bursts with ripe blackberry and blueberry flavours with hints of cedarwood and liquorice creating exceptional balance with soft and luxurious mouthfeel. The palate displays remarkable character with balanced tannins from 7 months maturation in vats and casks with regular racking and aeration, showcasing classic Cabernet taste and authentic Heathcote terroir. The finish features balanced tannins, highlighting the exceptional craftsmanship of deep purple Cabernet perfectly crafted to accompany chargrilled ribeye.
Pairs With
This exceptional Heathcote Cabernet pairs beautifully with chargrilled ribeye, grilled steaks, roasted lamb, beef Wellington, venison, mature cheddar, blue cheese, hearty stews, or enjoyed with bold flavours, making it ideal for entertaining and special occasions, showcasing the rich, bold character with ripe blackberry, blueberry, cedarwood and balanced tannins that wine enthusiasts appreciate.
Wine Specifications
Wine Specifications
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Size: 750mL
Region: Heathcote
ABV: 14.5%
Vintage: 2021

Winery & Vintage Info
Winemaking Notes
De Bortoli Woodfired Cabernet 2021 is crafted from vineyards in the northern section of Heathcote, mainly around Corop. The ancient red Cambrian soils of northern Heathcote are ideal for dark fruited, rich, soft Cabernet, contributing to the wine's deep purple hue bursting with ripe blackberry and blueberry flavours. The grapes were de-stemmed and fermented at 25-30°C over 8-12 days to extract the vibrant fruit character with hints of cedarwood and liquorice adding a touch of class. After pressing, the wine was matured in vats and casks for 7 months, with regular racking and aeration to soften the wine and develop balanced tannins with soft and luxurious mouthfeel. Vineyards were carefully selected for a balance of fruit weight and ripeness, ensuring authentic expression of Heathcote's unique terroir. Woodfired wines are authentically Heathcote and perfectly crafted to accompany a chargrilled ribeye, showcasing bold, brooding and delicious character with classic Cabernet taste. Lovely drinking now, the wine will age well and be even more complex and delicious over the next 3-8 years.
Vintage Conditions
The 2021 vintage in Heathcote produced exceptional conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon, resulting in wines with rich, bold character and deep purple hue. The northern Heathcote vineyards around Corop benefited from ancient red Cambrian soils ideal for dark fruited, rich, soft Cabernet, creating perfect conditions for wine bursting with ripe blackberry and blueberry flavours. The 2021 vintage showcases hints of cedarwood and liquorice adding a touch of class, demonstrating the exceptional quality of this distinctive Victorian region. With balanced tannins and soft and luxurious mouthfeel, the 2021 vintage displays the authentic expression of Heathcote's unique terroir with classic Cabernet taste. The vintage conditions created perfect balance of fruit weight and ripeness, ensuring the wine displays ripe blackberry and blueberry flavours with hints of cedarwood and liquorice from 7 months maturation. The 2021 vintage represents outstanding expression of Heathcote terroir from ancient red Cambrian soils, showcasing bold, brooding and delicious character perfectly crafted to accompany chargrilled ribeye. Lovely drinking now, will age well and be even more complex and delicious over the next 3-8 years.
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