Tomfoolery Son of Gun Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2023 Italy

Tomfoolery Son of Gun Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2023 ItalyThis is a dedication to the favourite Barossa blend of the old guns, from their proud sons. The classic Barossa Claret is the marrying of our regions great varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. From an early age we learnt to appreciate and respect this traditional Barossa wine style as a true example of varietal harmony. The fruit is handpicked at optimum ripeness and flavour profile ensuring overall balance before being gently destemmed to keep

this Riesling is crystaline and delicate yet persistant

This blend is then wood aged for a minimum of three years

gentle bittersweetness at midpalate with banana peel

35 % Alc/Vol

'2023 was a challenging year

With a total of just 7 hectares of vines he has gradually bought and planted several prime parcels in the small Savennieres appellation including a parcel called La Vigne Cendrée which borders Baumard's Clos St Yves vineyard (not far from the famous La Roche-aux-Moines vineyard)

prisoner and floating in the corresponding fruit brandy

lilac and spices

rich character

half in older barriques (3-5 year-old) and half in foudres

The cries aren't fatal here

The palate entry is suggestive of bittersweet dark chocolate