the process finished with barrel ferment and malolactic fermentation in new French oak
The acidity is brisk and lively
blackcurrant and black olive
clover and honey
cocoa powder
AD HOC ‘Avant Gardening’ Cabernet Malbec Joshua Cooper the process finished with barrelThe palate is darkfruited, structured, and quietly powerful, opening with blackcurrant, mulberry, and plum skinsupported by fresh, mediumplus acidity that keeps the wine energetic. Tannins are fine, lightly firm, and wellgrained, giving a classic Cabernet frame softened by Malbecs plush midpalate. The midpalate shows violet, graphite, gentle cedar spice, and a cool ironmineral thread, adding savoury depth beneath the fruit. The finish is long, dry,