Region: McLaren Vale, Australia

Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Background: Started by the late Doug Collet in 1973, Woodstock in McLaren Vale has always had an eye on the future. As well as red, white and rose wines, Woodstock has a ken focus on fortified wines too. When his son and current owner, Scott took over in 1982, the tradition has continued with fine wine making from the old vines on the property. Ben Glaetzer is now the chief winemaker with Scott managing vines – a winning team as shown by the Heartland range.

Tasting Notes: This wine has a synergy between structure, tannins and fruit. The rich middle palate has generous dark fruit flavours with savoury richness of dark chocolate, fresh Cuban cigars, and spices. The lingering tannins are medium dry, balancing the lush fruit on the palate. A long refined finish makes this wine ideal with a hearty meal.

Food Pairing: This wine would match perfectly with a lamb roast or a slow cooked veal osso bucco.

Awards:
Hong Kong IWSC 2020 - Gold (2016 Vintage)
China Wine & Spirits Competition 2018 - Gold (2015 Vintage)
Mundus Vini Summer Tasting 2018 - Gold (2015 Vintage)
International Wine & Spirit Competition - Silver (2015 Vintage)
Melbourne Intenational Beverage Competition 2018 (2014 Vintage)
Melbourne International Beverage Competition 2018 (2013 Vintage)
Asia Wine Trophy 2020 - Bronze (2016 Vintage)
China Wine & Spirit Competition 2019 - Bronze (2016 Vintage)
Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2019 - Bronze (2016 Vintage)
Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2018 - Bronze (2015 Vintage)