Cabernet Sauvignon 30% Malbec 30% Shiraz 25% Cabernet Franc 15%

Established in 1995, Glenhope sits between 450–485m altitude and experiences cool-climate conditions ideal for elegant, slow-ripening fruit. Soils are a mix of granite, sandy loam, and volcanic ash, providing excellent drainage and mineral influence, whilst a minimal spray regime supports biodiversity and vineyard health. This vineyard has been a huge surprise! The quality of fruit has been incredible. 

The vintage was was a game of two halves, until new year rain was a major feature which brings with it a range of disease pressures, but this was followed up by a long lingering summer.

Winemaking & Grape growing : Geoff Plahn and Steve Flamsteed, led by Scott Harrington in the vineyard

Vinification.

100% destemmed

100% wild yeast fermentation

Natural malolactic fermentation in barrel

14 months in seasoned neutral French oak