Thomson Estate, Toolunka Cabernet Sauvignon
Toolunka Cabernet Sauvignon
1838 was the year Walter Thomson, with wife Jane, arrived in Australia and established a winemaking tradition. Faithful to his approach, our estate grown parcels are carefully tended by our vignerons to create wines of great intensity.
Named after an ancient flood plain of the majestic River Murray in South Australia. Known for the greatest days of sunshine, the Riverland region has a pristine climate for premium grape growing on our limestone soils. Juicy blackberry fruits are balanced by hints of spicy French oak and soft, flavoursome finish.
Ideal with barbequed meats, stir fry or antipasti. Enjoy now or keep for up to 4 years.
Alcohol 14.5%
Titratable Acidity 5.8
Closure Screw cap
pH 3.5
Res Sugar 4.5
Fruit Cabernet Sauvignon
Region South Australia
Cellaring 2022
FRUIT
This Cabernet Sauvignon was selected at vintage from our family property at Glen Devlin on the River Murray. These mature vines are an average of 40 years on limestone which provides fruit intensity and varietal expression. The 2017 vintage enjoyed a long ripening period which produced reds of outstanding quality in the Riverland.
WINEMAKING
The richness of the fruit in its natural state meant that minimal intervention was required in the winery. Separate parcels were left on skins for some time in order to develop the keen tannin structure, then fermented in stainless steel with the influence of French oak.
AROMA
Lifted aromas of blackcurrant and blueberries have soft vanilla and cedar notes.
PALATE
Full-bodied with juicy blackberry fruit and subtle oak. Smooth, luscious and soft it can be enjoy on its own or with barbequed lamb, stir fries and antipasti.
Ideal with barbequed meats, stir fry or antipasti.
Enjoy now or keep for up to 5 years.
Vegan & Vegetarian friendly
2017 vintage -
New release mid 2018
2016 vintage
Gold Medal – CWSA Best Value 2018 Hong Kong
2015 - no release
2014 vintage
Double GOLD China Wines & Spirits Best Value 2016 Awards HK
Silver Medal AWC International Wine Challenge Vienna 2016 - Class 21
Silver Medal Mundus Vini Germany 2015
Silver Medal International Wine & Spirits Competition London 2015
2013 vintage
SILVER MEDAL - China Wines and Spirits Awards - Best Value 2014 Hong Kong