Heslop's Mr. Rascal 2023 Zinfandel

$50.00

Aromas of plum, raisin, spice and chocolate. The palate is medium-full bodied. An elegant expression of Zinfandel characters with gentle tannins. Cellar for 5 – 7 years or enjoy it now.

A very wet winter and spring after several La Niña years set the vines up for a large crop. Dry conditions from November were perfect for developing good flavours and reduced disease pressure during harvest. We were able to pick at the optimum moment, which resulted in wines of excellent flavour and structure. Our biggest harvest ever.

Vineyard: Heslop Wines

Vines: Trellis planted 2000, Bush Vine planted 2011

Altitude: 480m

Harvest: Hand picked

Fermentation: Open vat

Maturation: Neutral French oak 12 months

Production: 220 dozen

Winemakers: Liam & Bob Heslop

Alcohol: 14.5%