The Leogate estate tradition of bringing grapes into the winery from districts external to the Hunter Valley has continued in 2018 for the winemaking of "The Gatecrasher" series. This wine is made from grapes grown on our own Certified Organic Vineyard located int he Central Ranges of New South Wales.

This Cabernet Sauvignon displays delightfully rounded flavours of blackberry and blackcurrants that are well balanced by fine grained tannins. The gentle French oak maturation complements the varietal characters of the wine whilst adding structure and length of flavour. This lovely fruit rich wine can best accompany beef, game and cheese.

Cellaring: Excellent drinking now or medium term cellaring 2 - 10 years will be rewarded.

The Brokenback Vineyard, Pokolbin, was planted in the 1970's by a visionary group led by the late, legendary, Len Evans, AO, OBE. Over the ensuing years the vines have produced premium wines under a variety of labels. In 2008 the vineyard then in two parts, was purchased privately and amalgamated.

Appearance: Vibrant red/purple colour with a crimson hue.

Bouquet: A fragrant red and black fruit bouquet with delicate oak in the background.

Palate: This generous wine displays spicy black fruit flavours with refreshing cherry cola characters dancing on the luscious medium bodied palate. The tannins are in complete harmony with the fruit.

Cellaring: Drinking well now or will further develop with medium term cellaring, 5 -7 years.