Clairault Halley and Lex Cabernet Sauvignon
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Halley & Lex is the newest addition to the Clairault Streicker family of wines.
- Planted in 1976, Clairault Streicker is one of the founding wineries of the Margaret River region located in Western Australia.
- The entire portfolio is estate grown and certified sustainable.
Varietal Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Elaboration: The fruit was de-stemmed and crushed, so that each berry is just split and to promote fresh, clean flavor. Cool fermentation allows controlled extraction of tannin and flavor. The wine was pumped over three times a day for 14 days, before being gently pressed to French oak for 10 months.
Tasting Notes: Red currant, dark chocolate and subtle vanilla pod. Dense entry of black and red fruits leading to a fine and vibrant palate of currants, rose water and subtle spicy oak tones. The finish is rich and broad with yet more flavors of chocolate, mocha and blue fruits.
PRESS
2018 – 93 Wine & Spirit
2017 – 93 James Halliday | 91 Wine Enthusiast
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Clairault-Streicker Wines are a family of premium wines, crafted from privately-owned vineyards in the Margaret River Wine Appellation of Western Australia. Since 1976, the vineyard has grown to encompass the diverse climate and soil conditions of three renowned sub regions. Their portfolio includes a trophy winning, cold-climate Streicker Syrah, outstanding single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons and Chardonnays and the exceptional wines of the original Clairault Vineyards.