Pikes The Dogwalk Cabernets 2022 | Clare Valley

Pikes The Dogwalk Cabernets 2022 | Clare ValleyPikes The Dogwalk Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 Polish Hill River Clare Valley Estate grown, spontaneous ferment, 14 months French oak. This exceptional Clare Valley Cabernet from the historic Polish Hill River showcases lovely rose petal florals, fresh blackcurrant, blackberry and boysenberry with a blueberry pie character, brambly undergrowth and classic soft Clare tannins, elegant and refined with 8 10 years cellaring potential. Tasting Notes Appearance

Pikes The Dogwalk Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 Polish Hill River Clare Valley – Estate grown, spontaneous ferment, 14 months French oak. This exceptional Clare Valley Cabernet from the historic Polish Hill River showcases lovely rose petal florals, fresh blackcurrant, blackberry and boysenberry with a blueberry pie character, brambly undergrowth and classic soft Clare tannins, elegant and refined with 8-10 years cellaring potential.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Medium to deep red with brilliant clarity, showcasing the wine's quality and concentration characteristic of this exceptional 2022 Polish Hill River Cabernet Sauvignon from estate-grown vines on tough acidic soils overlaying 650 million year old Kadlunga Slate.

Aroma

Some lovely rose petal florals and fresh blackcurrant roll out of the glass, supported by a leafy, brambly note layering a complex but very inviting nose, reflecting the long ripening period and perfect balance of the cool 2022 vintage.

Palate

More of the same purple and blue fruits with more ripe blackcurrant, blackberry and some tart boysenberry provides freshness alongside a blueberry pie character offering a generous mouthfeel. On the back palate, a brambly undergrowth character provides a savoury edge paired with some classic soft Clare Cabernet tannins offering length and structure whilst gliding across the palate and making for a delightful glass of wine. Cabernet in Clare has a proud history and this classic example continues that legacy, with a terrific balance between fruit generosity and the long, leafy and textural characters.

Pairs With

This elegant Polish Hill River Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with garlic salt seasoned lamb forequarters charred on the BBQ and served with a dollop of redcurrant jelly, roast beef, aged cheeses or rich stews, with the wine's soft tannins and brambly character making it an excellent choice for special occasions and fine dining experiences.

Imminently drinkable upon release, but will reward some patience with 8-10 years of cellaring. Pikes Wines is grounded by family since 1984.