Ben Haines Red | Yarra Valley
A harmonious blend where no individual varietal is distinct - all play their role, and the whole beats to its own rhythm. Lively fruit from red, blue to black, subtle perfumes and layers of spice - as well as some hints of game. A light frame, but remaining complex in its structure, and in its overall character, exposing different moments each time you come back. Lightly chill if you feel frisky...
About Ben Haines
“What drives me every day is the connection with place, and its interpretation through winemaking.” -Ben Haines
Ben’s wines are intensely textural with flavors continuing to develop sip after sip. The fruit is expressive and the structure is present without being constraining. He sources grapes from multiple locations in Australia with the intent of showcasing their quality and unique sense of place.
Production note
75% Syrah (Yarra Valley, Grampians), 10% Touriga Nacional (Pyrenees), 10% Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley), 5% Cabernet Sauvignon (Yarra Valley)
A mix of winemaking techniques: Syrah with whole bunch and whole berry, mid-ferment destemming, light skin contact & carbonic maceration. Touriga whole berry fermented and pressed early. Pinot a mix of both whole bunch and berry. Cabernet early picked and wild fermented. 11.8% abv.
