‘The Bandy’ Cabernet Sauvignon was first produced in 2016 as a tribute to my Great Grandfather, Frank Snr. The 2016 vintage won a Trophy for Best Cabernet Sauvignon at the New Zealand International Wine Show. The next vintage we produced in 2018 won a Gold Medal at the same show.
Normally reserved exclusively for our export partners in New Zealand, we have a small allocation for our mates here in Australia.
Produced from our own estate vineyard in Blewitt Springs, the 2024 ‘The Bandy’ Cabernet Sauvignon shows lifted aromas of red and black fruits& while flavours of blackberry, plus and cassis feature on the palate.
RRP $25
Destemmed only. 10 day open ferment with regular pump overs. Basket pressed. 14 months in French and American oak (25% new). Bottled without fining in June 2025.
Lifted aromas of red and black fruits, subtle perfume and wood spice. Nice perfume which is a hallmark of the vintage.
Flavours of blackberry plum and cassis. Some earth and a little spice. Medium to full bodied, plush through the palate with fine grained tannins and a subtle wood spice finish.