Bin Label

Deep dense crimson red. Lifted aromatics with ripe varietal blackcurrant and mulberry fruits blended skillfully with cedary oak.

Medium bodied palate offering up dark plum and blackberry with typical minty character which are so true to region. The tannins are smooth and dusty while some dried earth and leather character shows upon allowing the wine to open up.

Winemaking

Fruit was sourced from premium vineyards in the northern reaches of the Coonawarra region. The fruit was picked in the cool of night at optimum ripeness then fermented on skins in static potters and rotary fermenters for a period of seven days to retain as much of the luscious natural fruit acidity and flavour that Coonawarra wines are famous for. Following fermentation, pressing, clarification and final blending the fruit was matured with select parcels having contact with matured oak.

Cellaring

This wine will be drinking beautifully upon release but will develop well in the bottle with cellaring medium term.

Varietals Cabernet Sauvignon
Region Coonawarra
Alcohol 13.5%
Winemaker John Harris

This Pinot Grigio is a dry medium bodied wine exhibiting lemon-lime, pear and stone fruit aromas. The scent of almond and honeysuckle compliment the melon and green apple flavours which dominate with a hint of citrus fruit. This wine is an ideal accompaniment to summery dishes like salads, chicken and seafood, or simply sharing with friends.

Winemaking

Select parcels of fruit were sourced from vineyards in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia. The fruit was machine picked during the cool early hours of the morning this enabled us to select only the best fruit from the vineyards from this wonderful vintage. The fruit was then rapidly transported to the winery and immediately crushed, chilled and pressed, where the free run juice and pressings were separated. The juice is cold settled for 3-4 days, racked off solids and then fermented in stainless steel tanks. Post fermentation individual batches are blended to style then the finished parcels are carefully assessed, with only the finest chosen for the final blend prior to bottling.

Cellaring

Drink beautifully now or can be cellared for 1-3 years.

Varietals Sauvignon Blanc
Region Limestone Coast
Alcohol 13.0%
Winemaker John Harris 

Pale straw with green hue. Lifted floral blossom, lemon, lime and mineral notes with some white peach characters. This is a textbook Clare Valley Riesling. 

Intense, fresh, crisp and dry; delicate palate of zesty lemon and lime provide a mouth watering opening while crisp natural acidity and grape sugar provides the perfect combination.

Winemaking

Selected parcels of fruit were sourced from vineyards in the Clare Valley region of South Australia. The fruit was machine picked during the cool early hours of the morning which enabled us to select only the best fruit from the vineyards from this wonderful vintage. The fruit was then rapidly transported to the winery and immediately crushed, chilled and pressed, where the free run juice and pressings were separated. The juice is cold settled for 3-4 days, racked off solids and then fermented in stainless steel tanks. Post fermentation individual batches were blended to style then the finished parcels were carefully assessed, with only the finest chosen for the final blend prior to bottling.

Cellaring

Drinking beautifully now, but will cellar well for 3 or so years for those who like Riesling with a little age to develop more oily characters.

Varietals Riesling
Region Clare Valley
Alcohol 11.5%
Winemaker John Harris

This wine has a fragrant nose displaying lifted aromas of cherries and spice with some savoury notes. Wonderfully balanced pure palate, which is light with subtle texture of cherry supported by well-integrated fine tannins leading to a long elegant finish with hints of spice. An easy drinking styled Pinot Noir.

Winemaking

Normans is one of the oldest and most respected names in Australian Winemaking. Since 1853, when Jesse Norman planted his first vines in Adelaide, Normans has developed a reputation for premium award winning wines. The Bin Range reflects the bin numbers at the Old Clarendon Winery where Normans have produced so many epic wines, with the company’s commitment To the tradition of fine wine making.

Cellaring

Drink now or cellar for 2-4 years

Vibrant straw with brilliant clarity. Fresh, grassy herbaceous with vibrant gooseberry. Lively citrus and tropical fruits and a refreshing crisp acidity.

Winemaking

Select parcels of fruit were sourced from a single vineyard in the cool climate region of the Adelaide Hills. The fruit was picked during the cool early hours of the morning this enabled us to select only the best fruit from the vineyard from this tough vintage. The fruit was then rapidly transported to the winery and immediately crushed, chilled and pressed, where the free run juice and pressings were separated. The juice is cold settled for 3-4 days, racked off solids and then fermented in stainless steel tanks. Post fermentation individual batches are blended to style then the finished parcels are carefully assessed, with only the finest chosen for the final blend prior to bottling.

Cellaring

Drink beautifully now or can be cellared short term.

Varietals Sauvignon Blanc
Region Adelaide Hills
Alcohol 13.5%
Winemaker John Harris