Lamont’s flagship red is a multi – regional blend of the best parcels, specially selected and carefully blended. Traditionally Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, the 2005 has marginally more Shiraz adding weight to the Cabernet’s refinement..
 
Harvest Dates:  Fraser Gallop Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River) – 22nd March 05.
   Lamont’s Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Swan Valley) – 9th March 2005
Barton, Millard, Lamont’s Shiraz (Swan Valley) – 24th Feb 05, 2nd,4th March 05.
Barreca’s Malbec (Donnybrook) April 06.
   
Blend: 44.5% Shiraz (Swan Valley), 40.5% Cabernet Sauvignon (25.5% Swan Valley, 15% Margaret River), 10.5% Malbec (Donnybrook), 4.5% Merlot (Swan Valley).

Fermentation: All components are fermented seperately in 4.5 tonne open fermenters and barrel matured in a combination of new and one-year old French and American barriques.
    
Bottling Date: 9th August 2007.

Quantity:  251 cases
 
Colour:  Vibrant, black-red.
Bouquet:  Displays dark forest fruit characters coupled with nutty oak derived spices.
Palate:  Silky tannins and intense black fruits offer depth and elegance.

Cellaring:  Careful cellaring to 2025.

Price:        $40 bottle