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Place

The Ashton comes from our single vineyard that shares the same name as the wine. The Ashton vineyard is located in the sub-region of Sevenhill and sits at 470 metres.

Vintage Conditions

The 2021 vintage saw a return to milder conditions from those of the previous season. Regenerating winter rains aided the vines in producing a full and balanced canopy. These mild conditions were embraced by the aged and dry grown vineyard, and allowed the fruit to develop full in the cooler season. The grapes were harvested on the 17th of March.

Winemaking

The single batch of fruit was placed into a small open top fermenter where it was chilled and allowed to rests for 2 days. After this time, the must was allowed to warm and have ferment initiate naturally. Hand plunged daily, the grapes were basket pressed upon completion of the ferment. This wine was then barreled into seasoned French oak hogsheads (300Ltr).

Kilikanoon Wines

2021 Ashton 1920 Mataro

2021 Ashton 1920 Mataro

Overview

Planted in 1920, the heritage clone has been dry grown and trained uniquely high to survive the harsh and cold conditions the Clare Valley can experience. While celebrated as a blending component, this unique vineyard produces fruit with rich and complex flavours. The old vines produce fruit of such intensity that it is now reserved for this single block wine that shows the purity and finesse of the variety.
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This grape variety is also known as Monastrell or Mourvédre.

Place

The Ashton comes from our single vineyard that shares the same name as the wine. The Ashton vineyard is located in the sub-region of Sevenhill and sits at 470 metres.

Vintage Conditions

The 2021 vintage saw a return to milder conditions from those of the previous season. Regenerating winter rains aided the vines in producing a full and balanced canopy. These mild conditions were embraced by the aged and dry grown vineyard, and allowed the fruit to develop full in the cooler season. The grapes were harvested on the 17th of March.

Winemaking

The single batch of fruit was placed into a small open top fermenter where it was chilled and allowed to rests for 2 days. After this time, the must was allowed to warm and have ferment initiate naturally. Hand plunged daily, the grapes were basket pressed upon completion of the ferment. This wine was then barreled into seasoned French oak hogsheads (300Ltr).

Acidity
5.8 g/L
Alcohol
14.0%
Cellaring
Now until 2031
Closure
Screw cap
Maturation
Seasoned French oak hogsheads for 18 months
Size
750mL
Varietal
Mataro
Vintage
2021
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Tasting Notes

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  • Appearance

    Appearance

    Deep crimson that carries all the way through the hue.

  • Nose

    Nose

    Bright and intense aromas lift from the glass. Complex and
    rich, aromas of blackcurrant, green peppercorns and fresh
    crushed tomato leaf emanate from the wine.

  • Palate

    Palate

    A firmly structured wine with an exceptionally soft flow through the palate. The soft acidity, supple fruit tannin and seamless French oak are all harmoniously integrated. Dark brooding fruit are underpinned by layers of savoury notes, a hint of graphite and sweet spices.

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