Cabernate Sauvignon, Founders Block. Katnook Estate

Producer: The history of the Katnook Wine Estate, located in one of the premium wine regions of Coonawarra, dates back to as early as 1861. This was the time when John Riddoch came to this part of the world and realised the potential of the rich wine styles of the region. He bought large parcels of land to cultivate fruit trees and vines, and named it Woolshed in 1867. Today, it is still used as the barrel room of the Katnook Wine Estate, speaking volumes about this brand’s history.

The vineyards of this estate are located in Southern Australia in the Coonawarra Geographic Indication. The 155-hectare vineyard is blessed with an excellent environment and terroirs, which have got them Australia’s official wine environment assurance program, the Ertwine Accreditation.

The viticultural practices followed here ensure that the components of water, nutrition of plants, controlling pests and sunlight are kept as natural as possible. In the vineyards, you can notice some novel techniques of water management and vine canopy being followed to retain the original character and flavour of the fruits.