Full-bodied dry red, deep crimson, almost opaque with purple highlights. Blueberry, blackcurrant, and boysenberry fruit aromas with vanilla and spice characters resulting from extended maturation in very tight-grained oak barrels. Lifted blackcurrant, raspberry, and black olives, with soft, fine tannins and ample sweet fruit flavours. A persistent finish with toasty, spicy oak spilling onto the palate.

After crushing, fermentation and pressing the young wine is fortified with a low strength spirit . The vibrant style of fortified wine displays fresh youthful characters. Showing lovely floral, plum fruit aromas with soft berry flavours on the palate and a long lingering persistence. With 160 years of history and winemaking tradition, the Morris family of Rutherglen have earned the esteemed position as one of the most prominent winemaking families in Australia. When founder George Morris first planted vines near Rutherglen, in North-East Victoria, establishing an enduring family legacy. Under the guidance of David Morris, fifth generation and current Chief Winemaker, the Morris range of fortified and table wines continue to be masterfully crafted with the same skill and passion that has been our hallmark since 1859. A mature style, the Classic Range of fortified wines is all about freshness and varietal character balanced by subtle age complexity from time spent in barrel.

Don’t miss this rare chance to secure a magnificent wine from a top producer that’s in seriously short supply. Made by an acclaimed winemaker at the top of their game, this is a slice of wine history you don’t want to miss. Add it to your collection while you can.