{"product_id":"2021-k1-cabernet-merlot-6-pack","title":"2021 K1 Cabernet Merlot 6 Pack","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdelaide Hills\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStory: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn 1986 Adelaide Hills Geoff Hardy planted out his K1 vineyard in the Kuitpo region of the Adelaide Hills with a focus on growing premium fruit that expresses our unique home. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot were among the first varieties planted, and have consistently proved how well suited these varieties are to the cool climate of our site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e2021 will be one for the record books in more than one way but as far as vineyards across South Australia are concerned it was near perfect. Higher than average rainfall over winter allowed vines to produce good canopy and the cool – dry summer gave us beautiful even ripening conditions. This slow ripening allows great flavour development and retention of natural acidity.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Cabernet Merlot greets the senses with enticing aromas of blackberries, bay leaf, blackcurrant, rosemary, mulberries, and a hint of sweet tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003eOn the palate, it showcases flavours of blackcurrant, mint, mulberries, with a touch of spice, and a subtle presence of rosemary and roasted bell peppers. This medium-bodied wine offers great structure, making for a satisfying tasting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indulge in the rich, full-bodied character of Cabernet Merlot with a slow-cooked beef ragù served over tagliatelle. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.recipetineats.com\/slow-cooked-shredded-beef-ragu-pasta\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Adelaide Hills Cabernet Merlot Wine Food Pairing\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eClick For Recipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDrink now to 2031\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Crafted by Award Winning Wine Maker\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e \u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" title=\"Award Winning Wine Maker Shane Harris\" href=\"https:\/\/k1wines.com.au\/pages\/about\"\u003eShane Harris\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViticulturist:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCultivated with passion by Adelaide Hills\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAward Winning \u003c\/span\u003eViticulturist\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" title=\"Award Winning Adelaide Hills Viticulturist Geoff Hardy\" href=\"https:\/\/k1wines.com.au\/pages\/about\"\u003eGeoff Hardy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold Medal -\u003c\/span\u003e International Cool Climate Wine Show 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" class=\"noStyle wineTable\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"winTableSpace\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlc\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14.3%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.41\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTA\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6.54g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRS\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.6g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Royal Show","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42902291087446,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0142\/6099\/4134\/files\/CabernetMerlotICCWSGold_AdelaideHills.png?v=1736475586","url":"https:\/\/k1wines.com.au\/products\/2021-k1-cabernet-merlot-6-pack","provider":"K1 Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}