DOMAINE A / STONEY
Domaine A is set in one of the most pristine natural environments in the world. Established in 1973, the historic Stoney Vineyard is the oldest in Tasmania’s Coal River Valley. The 11ha single vineyard domaine is owned and operated by H. Peter and Ruth Althaus. It is the culmination of a long and exhaustive world-wide search for terroir ideally suited to cool-climate viticulture. Domaine A lies on a north facing slope that enjoys a temperate maritime climate and extended sunlight hours over a long, cool season. Domaine A experiences some of the longest sunshine hours in Australia, ensuring grapes ripen to develop the full spectrum of varietal character.
Peter Althaus personally selects the fruit for harvesting. During the cool days of Autumn when the fruit is at the point of optimum ripeness and flavour it is hand-picked and crafted with minimal intervention. The wines are made without compromise in the spirit of the finest traditions of winemaking.
Grages:Cabernet Sauvignon,Merlot,Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot
Taste:Deep Ruby colour. A mouth filling and harmonious expression of terroir suffused with captivating florals, Asiatic spice and whispers of mint. A dark berry core layered with cassis is supported by fine, velvet tannin structure and the pure natural acidity of Tasmania.