Description
The PUMPA is a blend of Eden Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Named as a tribute to Len Pumpa and his fellow Eden Valley Vignerons who pioneered and persisted in one of Australia’s most challenging but rewarding viticultural regions. Eden Valley had a mix of British and European settlers that tried their hand at grape-growing. When times were tough particularly in the 1920s many turned away from viticulture, however the Prussian settlers like Len Pumpa persisted in the face of difficulty, preserving with the vineyard resources we are custodians of today.
A fine blend of Eden Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 90% – from 26 year-old vines and Shiraz 02% – from 30+ year old vines. Each Cabernet block was individually hand-harvested, destemmed and fermented in small 1 and 2 tonne open-fermenters. A combination of hand plunging and pumping-over cap management techniques were employed throughout the fermentation period. A short post ferment skin-maceration occurred for 5 days before being pressed off and matured in a mix of new and seasoned oak hogsheads. Matured for 12 months prior to being blended, naturally clarified and bottled without finings or filtration.
Bright crimson in colour, with dark cherry, violets and subtle wild-herb aromas. The palate displays vibrant flavours with a rich and rounded mouthfeel, finishing with an upbeat freshness. Approachable now, this wine will continue to gain complexity as it matures.
14% Alc. Enjoy now or cellar until 2030
95 Points, Sam Kim, Wine Orbit “A fabulous rendition of the variety, showing blackcurrant, thyme, clove and elegant oak aromas, followed by a beautifully weighted palate offering succulent fruit intensity with supple texture and chalky tannins. Rich and mouthfilling, yet with poise and grace, making it gorgeously drinkable.”
94 Points, Ryan Montgomery for James Suckling “Savory and spice-driven, with aromas of blackcurrants, mulberries, dried herbs, cedar and tobacco leaves. The palate is full-bodied with seamless tannins and focused acidity, giving notes of blueberry bush, dark cherries, graphite and sarsaparilla. Very well balanced and supple with an underlying power.”
93 Points, Dave Brookes, for James Halliday “Plenty to like here. Bright blackberry pastille and blackcurrant fruits, laden with spice, sage and earthen tone. Some high-toned floral flecks as well, bright acidity and gentle, powdery tannins to boot. Good vibrant drinking.”
RRP $29 ** Our Special Price $22.99 when you buy 6 bottles or more **
