Wine: Grant Burge Barossa Ink Cabernet Sauvignon

Country: Australia

Region: Barossa

Brand/Producer: Grant Burge

Grape Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon

ABV: 14%

Type: Red

Code: 2020

Tasting Note

Ink by name and ink by nature, this big, full bodied wine is deep red and purple with intense aromas of blackcurrants along with mocha and a hint of mint. The palate is dominated by berries and plums, with a lush texture of smooth tannins leading to a long lingering finish reminiscent of more plums and fruitcake 

Producer

The Grant Burge winemaking team is led by Chief Winemaker, Craig Stansborough who believes attention to detail is of upmost importance when crafting beautiful Barossa wines. However, the team is blessed with fantastic fruit that requires polishing and shaping, rather than heavy-handed manipulation in the winery.  

Grant Burge Wines craft big and bold reds for the drinkers who love this style. With the combination of the best terroirs, the best climate and the best winemaking techniques, the natural result is the best wine. 

Winemaking

The Barossa is famous around the world for its premium wines with Grant Burge being one of the most recognised brands from this region. The diversity of the terroir and the region's altitudes, combined with its Mediterranean climate, provide the perfect environment to make a range of ultra-premium wines. 

The region features cold, wet winters and generous spring rains to set up moisture reserves. During summer and autumn, the weather dries off, providing warm and moderate conditions ideal for ripening grapes. This produces the full, generous varietal flavours for which the district is renowned.

Selected parcels of Cabernet grapes are carefully blended for this wineresulting in full Cabernet flavours, so typical of the Barossa.

Fun Fact

The area was named Barossa Valley in 1837 by the Colonel William Light, one of South Australia’s first surveyors who eventually became Governor of South Australia. Barossa was honouring the memory of the Battle of Barrosa, a Spanish battleground where the British reached victory over the French. However, the name was incorrectly registered as ‘Barossa’ as they misread the lettering.

Food pairing

A big full bodied wine which ably pairs with dark meat dishes and rich sauces. It also goes well with roasted and grilled vegetables with savoury and spicy seasoning. Charcuterie and strong cheese are also good partners. 

Awards & Accolades

New Zealand International Wine Show 2021

Awarded Trophy: Champion Cabernet Sauvignon

New Zealand International Wine Show 2021

Awarded Double Gold Medal

"Big, bold & generous with immediate appeal. Amazing wine and amazing value"