Description
2013 Rob Dolan True Colours Cabernet Shiraz Merlot
Wine Notes
Colour – deep red garnet
Aroma – wild berries, chocolate + supporting oak
Palate – rich, dark fruits + fine tannins
Cellar – up to 5 years
Viticulture
Region – Yarra Valley
Vineyard – Murramong Estate, Gruyere (Cabernet)
– Melba Valley Vineyard, Dixons Creek (Shiraz + Merlot)
– Yarra Hill Vineyard, Gruyere (Cabernet + Merlot)
Harvest – mid-late April 2013
Method – hand + machine picked
Winemaking
Process – vinified separately
Fermentation – combination of static fermenters + small open fermenters with regular plunging. oak + tannin
maturation for 18 months
Alcohol – 13.5%
Winemakers – Rob Dolan + Mark Nikolic
“2013 was a warm, dry vintage in the Yarra Valley. Thankfully healthy winter rains meant the vineyards were prepared for any hot spells throughout the growing season. The main challenge was finding space in the winery because several varieties ripened at the same time. Fruit flavors were excellent and slightly more full bodied than the 2012’s. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are beautiful wines with balanced acidity and plenty of flavor. Dry reds look fantastic with excellent structure and length.” Rob Dolan – Winemaker
2013 Rob Dolan True Colours Cabernet Shiraz Merlot
A LIFE IN WINE
After 25 years of making wine for some of Australia’s most iconic wineries, our fearless leader (and local legend!) Rob, made the decision to channel his creative energy into his own label. And so, Rob Dolan Wines was born.
Rob’s belief in creating wines of real character flows through everything we do. Our wine, therefore, is a reflection of everything we love about our home in the Yarra Valley – bold, generous and exceedingly likeable—a bit like the man himself!
YARRA VALLEY
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