John Duval

Integro Cabernet Shiraz 2016

Great Cabernet Sauvignon wines are defined by their depth of flavour, elegance and structure, and the most exceptional examples demand optimum growing and ripening conditions. Quite simply, the best wines come from the best sites in the best years, and it is this ethos that guided us in the development of Integro. Cabernet Sauvignon has only recently become a prominent feature on the Barossa vineyard landscape, and older planting are exceptionally rare. And whilst the variety performs well in the warm conditions of the Barossa Valley, we believe the best sites are to be found in the Eden Valley, where the cooler conditions prolong ripening and promote expression of more classic Cabernet characters. Following maturation, we blended in a small parcel of our finest Shiraz to promote mid palate richness and soften the tannin profile of the Cabernet. We believe this creates a more balanced and harmonious wine – a wine true to the name Integro.