Winery notes (2022 Vintage)
"The ¾ tonne Wirra Wirra bell that sits proudly atop our cellars is rung to announce the start and finish of each vintage in McLaren Vale and for other suitable celebrations. For generations it rung out thrice daily from the Jesuit Church at Norwood, South Australia at 6am, midday and 6pm, calling the faithful to joyful prayer. In honour of that tradition, the name ‘The Vintage Bell’ is reserved for only exceptional parcels of Cabernet Sauvignon which are selected and vinified at Wirra Wirra.
Leafy and aromatic with blackberry, black olive, dark plum and thyme, lifted by notes of sandalwood and roasted coffee bean. Dark plum, mulberry leaf and earthy savoury spices. An energetic wine with lingering fruit concentation and powdery fine tannins.
Two vineyards contributed to the 2022 vintage, the primary plot is a gravelly vineyard in the most northern part of McLaren Vale, Onkaparinga Hills. The second a 1996 planted block just north of the McLaren Vale main street in the central part of the region. Blended parcels were matured for an average of 18 months using a combination of new (23%) and seasoned French Oak."














