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Description of Domaine Rockford
Rockford is a renowned winery based in Australia’s Barossa Valley, renowned for its dedication to traditional winemaking methods. The estate cultivates a deep respect for winemaking history and is dedicated to producing wines that truly reflect their terroir.
Description of the Cuvée Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon
Rockford's Rifle Range cuvée showcases Cabernet Sauvignon, a grape variety that finds remarkable expression in this region. This wine embodies the balance between the classic Cabernet structure and the fruit intensity characteristic of the Barossa Valley.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This Cabernet Sauvignon seduces with its aromas of cassis, black cherry and graphite, enriched by touches of tobacco leaf and cedar brought by careful aging in oak barrels. Spicy nuances and a slight vegetality complete this complex profile.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
- Profile: The wine is powerful yet balanced, with firm tannins that promise excellent aging potential. The finish is long, punctuated by woody and spicy notes that testify to meticulous vinification.
- Cellaring Potential: Destined for elegance as it ages, this Cabernet can be cellared for many years, developing increased complexity.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Perfect with meat dishes such as grilled steak, leg of lamb or game dishes, this Cabernet Sauvignon is also an excellent accompaniment to mature cheeses and umami-rich dishes.
The little history of the country
Australia
Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multi-generational winemaking families and an ingrained knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to that a thirst to explore and innovate, a fearless attitude and a diverse notebook of 65 wine regions in many climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine country unlike any other. Australia burst into export markets in the 1980s and since then has been providing the world with vibrant, fruity and exceptional value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, Australian wine history was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diversity of Australia's offering of high quality and regional wines that has always existed. Australian viticulture is mainly concentrated on the southern oceanic edge where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions located around major cities. Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne and New South Wales around Sydney. The country is one of the largest wine producers in the world, and was the 4th largest exporter in the world in 2011. This recent development now makes Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines all over the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines which are defined by their terroir.