2008 Black Swan Reserve Wine

the estate's premium wine made from approximately 50/50 of our finest cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon and benefiting from 14-18 months in bordeaux cooperage-sourced, medium toast, tight grain french oak barriques. this wine has a voluptuous dark ruby centre with a sensual dark red edge. a full, formal nose with dark and red berries dominating combines with suggestions of sweet cherries, cassis and rich dark chocolate. big wood is clear on the nose although vanilla and coffee notes provide a thoughtful counterpoint to ensure balance. the wine's entry to the mouth is dominated by fruit with a powerful explosion of flavours underpinned by ripe, rich tannins with balanced alcohol and acid. this wine, which will age gracefully for many years to come, has a determined full middle palate with plenty of length. a serious, well thought through marriage with quality french oak produces a complex wine with great depth and a long velvety finish. a true masterpiece! 14.2alc. by vol.; 2.5g/l res. sugar