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Named after the famed Dame Nellie Melba. The Melba vineyard first planted in 1971 with further plantings in 1987, 1988 and 1990. Oak and stainless steel ferment (18-20 days) before 12 months maturation in new and older French oak and clay amphora. Chief winemaker Steve Webber continues to take charge of this De Borts icon.

De Bortoli, Melba Vineyard, Cabernet S...

Fruit sourced from Credaro’s high-density planted Kyella Vineyard in Wilyabrup (comprising Houghton, 337 and 191 Cabernet clones). Some fruit batches cold-soaked for added complexity. Malolactic fermentation in tank (for freshness) and then matured for 12 months in French oak barriques (30% new). No fining. Winemakers are Matt Godfrey and Paul Callaghan.

Creda...

Fruit sourced from Credaro Kyella (Wilyabrup), Carbunup, and a ‘premium Treeton grower.’ Whole bunches and whole berries in the press. Wild fermentation. Nine months maturation in French oak (barriques and puncheons, around 25% new), with regular lees stirring. No malolactic fermentation and no fining. Winemakers are Matt Godfrey and Paul Callaghan.

Credaro, K...

From Ross Hill’s Griffin Road home vineyard, planted over 20 years ago and 750 to 810 metres above sea level. Sustainability at the heart of Ross Hill, being certified carbon neutral and a Climate Active Network Member.. The wines sees18 months in French oak (35% new). Winemaker is Chris Jessop.

Ross Hill, Pinnacle Series, Cabernet Sauvignon, O...

From ‘the Ridge,’ a small part of Ross Hill’s Griffin Road home vineyard, planted over 20 years ago and 750 to 810 metres above sea level. Sustainability at the heart of Ross Hill, being certified carbon neutral and a Climate Active Network Member. Cab Franc is one of Orange’s hero reds. 16 Months in French oak, around 35% new. Winemaker is Chris Jessop.

Ross H...