2018 The Mascot Red Blend 750ml McLaren Vale Matured in French oak barriques

Matured in French oak barriques for 15 months

and is best served just a bit below room temperature

Fruit from the estate vineyard was fermented in large oak foudres before maturing for 15 months in a combination of new and seasoned French oak barriques

aged cheddar

and tannin extraction

2018 The Mascot Red Blend 750ml McLaren Vale Matured in French oak barriquesThe Mascot is a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon made from distinct hillside vineyards, specifically the younger vines of BOND, Harlan Estate, and Promontory. It started as a small project shared among the familymaking team, and close friends. Drawing fruit from blocks of recently replanted vineyards, The Mascot shares a glimpse into the evolution of its parent estates: a youthful snapshot of their future. Bill Harlan's son Will Harlan is the winemaker.