1994 Lindemans Coonawarra Pyrus

Tasting notes sourced from Southcorp.

Lindemans Pyrus is named after the original Pyrus Vineyard and Orchard at Coonawarra established in the 1890's. The 1994 Pyrus reflects the outstanding vintage conditions experienced in Coonawarra. Rainfall was down around 35% on average and the harvest period was warm and dry, which allowed the grape to reach optimum ripeness. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc, the wine was matured in new French oak barrels for 20 months. Youthful, deep ruby red colour. The nose is intense displaying aromas of cassis, coffee and chocolate characters integrated with vanilla bean and French oak. The palate is rich and full flavoured with velvet smooth tannins enhanced by partial barrel fermentation in new small oak barrels. The Cabernet Sauvignon has provided the solid base, the Merlot softness, the Cabernet Franc mintiness and the Malbec palate length. This wine is very approachable now however, will gain in complexity with further cellaring. 13.5% Alcohol Volume.