{ 2023 Red Experiment N8.3 }

Sometimes you need an external frame of reference to reshape ideas or a new conversation to challenge perceptions. With this in mind, we decided to purchase a small amount of fruit from a neighboring vineyard. But first, we walked the rows, scrutinized the clone selection and studied the row orientation and trellis setup – learning the why and how of our colleague’s site. Their different approach provides us the opportunity to learn and improve what we do here at the estate.

In 2023 we took the opportunity to explore a site that has a similar aspect to OVID and is planted to Clone 33 of Cabernet Sauvignon – one that we do not have at the estate. Additionally, this site and farmer practice no-till farming, something that we have been transitioning to in an effort to continually improve soil health. The conversations between vines throughout the growing season created our latest Experiment wine.

The 2023 Red Experiment N8.3 opens with notes of perfectly ripe mulberry, blackberry, cola and cassis. Vibrant plum, graham cracker, caramel, wet asphalt and flint aromas uncover layers of depth and dimension. Burnished tannin lingers across the palate with beautiful texture and tension, revealing the power that exists behind this Experiment.