From Ross Hill’s Griffin Road home vineyard, planted over 20 years ago and 750 to 810 metres above sea level. Sustainability at the heart of Ross Hill, being certified carbon neutral and a Climate Active Network Member.. The wines sees18 months in French oak (35% new). Winemaker is Chris Jessop.

Ross Hill, Pinnacle Series, Cabernet Sauvignon, Orange, 2024

Far more intense than its sibling Franc. Layered and complex, with concentrated cassis, black olive, pouch tobacco and roast walnuts. Clove spice and licorice, vanilla bean paste, roasting coffee beans and cedar. Chunky and deeply flavoured. Plenty of earthy black fruits studded with cove and licorice spice. Char, leather and tobacco all provide a savoury off-set. The tannins are firm and drying before a little freshen up of regional acidity.

RRP: $50
Alc: 13.5%
Rating: 92/100

Wine sample courtesy of Ross Hill Wines