2020 Spartacus

Name: 2020 Spartacus
Brand: Christo's Paddock Vineyard
SKU: SPA-RED-2020
Price: 92.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$92

My best parcels of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec are selectively picked from low yielding old vines grown on premium dirt, just off the Angas River in Langhorne Creek.

The three varieties are separately crushed, fermented and barrel-aged, to create richness, complexity and balance. This is a classic blend, combining the intensity of Shiraz, structure and great age-ability of Cabernet Sauvignon and powerful lift of Malbec. Expect concentrated, bold flavours and great length.

Downloads

TASTING NOTES

VINTAGE COMPARISON

2020 Spartacus

$92.00

Technical Details

Vineyard:

Langhorne Creek

Year Planted: 1989

Elevation: 18m

Aspect: South facing

Orientation: North/South

Geology: Well drained, thick brown loamy sand over a red and brown sandy clay loam, calcareous at depth.

Rainfall: 147.4mm

Mean Jan Temp: 27.7°C

December and January were dry
and hot, but early February rainfall
resulted in a cool ripening period.
This maintained natural acidity in
the grapes and bright fruit flavours. A compressed vintage with excellent quality.

Barrel Aged: 18 months

Oak: French

“Ace of Trumps 2018 shows real depth and intent. There’s intensity, but also restraint dark berries, spice and a beautiful structure that holds everything together. It drinks beautifully now, but you can tell it will reward patience. A standout wine that lives up to its name.”

EMMA R.

“Ace of Trumps 2018 shows real depth and intent. There’s intensity, but also restraint dark berries, spice and a beautiful structure that holds everything together. It drinks beautifully now, but you can tell it will reward patience. A standout wine that lives up to its name.”

EMMA R.

“Ace of Trumps 2018 shows real depth and intent. There’s intensity, but also restraint dark berries, spice and a beautiful structure that holds everything together. It drinks beautifully now, but you can tell it will reward patience. A standout wine that lives up to its name.”

EMMA R.