{"product_id":"2002-rockford-rifle-range-cabernet-sauvignon-750ml","title":"2002 Rockford Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockford Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 is a Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from South Australia, made by one of the region's most respected traditional producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis mature release shows the structure and savoury depth expected from old-school Barossa Cabernet, with critic recognition from The Wine Front and Wine Enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockford works with independent growers across the Barossa, drawing on a range of sites, soil types and mesoclimates to produce wines with regional character and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate is known for traditional winemaking methods, including basket presses and open-topped slate fermenters, reflecting Rockford's long-standing approach to Barossa wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e94\/100 from The Wine Front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e93\/100 from Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Rockford Rifle Range release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector bottle from the 2002 vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94\/100\u003c\/strong\u003e — The Wine Front · 2002 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93\/100\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wine Enthusiast · 2002 Vintage · Tasted: Jan 2005\u003cbr\u003e\n“This Cabernet is a youthful wine, with tannins that are still grabby.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature red wine appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBriary, earthy aromas with taut, tightly wound fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh eucalyptus bite on the palate, supported by Cabernet structure and savoury maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructured and persistent, with the firm Cabernet frame expected from Rifle Range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuggested pairing: beef and venison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockford Wines is based in the Barossa Valley and was founded by Robert O'Callaghan in the early 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe winery is known for traditional Barossa methods, working with independent growers and using equipment such as basket presses and open-topped slate fermenters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Barossa Valley \/ South Australia \/ Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweetness: Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wine Ark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52317968302382,"sku":"8945160105","price":155.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2002_Rockford_Rifle_Range_Cabernet_Sauvignon_750ml_shopify.jpg?v=1784170442","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2002-rockford-rifle-range-cabernet-sauvignon-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}