Briar Ridge Big Bully Cabernet Sauvignon Wrattonbully, 2018

Intense mulberries, sloes, blackberries and cooked forest fruits lead to a succulent palate. Big Bully 2018 is medium to full bodied with a supple mid-palate and juicy fruit acidity. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from selected parcels were grown on fertile red clay soils over limestone typical of Wrattonbully. A severe frost in November 2017 meant a much reduced crop in 2018 producing concentrated fruit flavours. Despite being matured in new and one-year-old French oak barrels for 16 months, the wine is not overtly oaky – a reflection of the concentration of fruit.