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1 Katnook Odyssey 18th Vintage Release Katnook Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon is one of 53 wines listed in the Outstanding category of the Langton s VI, Classification of Australian Wine. Katnook Estate creates two Limited Release wines of exceptional quality which embody luxury and refinement. These flagship wines, Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon and Prodigy Shiraz, are handcrafted from the vintages where only a superior quality is achieved. Crafted with the most meticulous attention to detail, these wines signify a seamless blend of intense fruit and extended oak maturation. Grape Variety :: Cabernet Sauvignon Region :: Coonawarra Harvest :: 8th to 13th April ph :: 3.4 Acidity :: 6.99g/L RS :: 3.1g/L Alc/vol. :: 14.5% Vintage Conditions :: 2010 Coonawarra vintage will be remembered not only as one of the earliest, but for being amongst the best. The combination of a warm spring and warmer, drier conditions during veraison lead to harvest taking place almost two weeks earlier than usual. Fruit was harvested at optimum maturity. The wines show good fruit aromatics, wonderful depth of flavours, excellent colour with soft tannins. This Cabernet Sauvignon features the excellent colour, rich fruit and substantial palate structure expected of the vintage. Cellaring Potential :: Recommended Cellaring 10 to 20 years. Cellared correctly, the Odyssey wine is recognised for its graceful ageing and pleasurable drinking for many years. Oak Maturation :: Oak maturation for 30 months in a combination of French and American small oak Barriques. Approx. 56% were new French barrels & 6% new American barrels with the remainder being one and two year old barrels. Food Matching :: The intense flavours of Odyssey will ideally accompany full-flavoured dishes such as a slow-cooked beef ragout or roast duck, served with a rich reduction. Colour :: Dark plum reds with purple red tinges. Nose :: An intricately layered and complex array of oak maturation and ripe fruit aromas. Hints of mocha and roast coffee bean laced with vanilla overlay ripe plum & subtle mulberry fruit. Palate :: A richly laden palate of oak and ripe fruit flavours smoothly interwoven with extended oak maturation. Dark berry fruits, hints of plum and dusty mulberry with subtle vanilla, mocha and chocolaty oak flavours are complemented by fine grained, softly assertive tannin Wayne Stehbens, Senior Winemaker /KatnookEstateWines /katnookwine /Katnook

2 Katnook Odyssey Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon th Vintage Release Odyssey Katnook Estate creates two Limited Release wines of exceptional quality which embody luxury and refinement. These flagship wines, Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon and Prodigy Shiraz, are handcrafted from the vintages where only a superior quality is achieved. Crafted with the most meticulous attention to detail, these wines signify a seamless blend of intense fruit and extended oak maturation. Katnook Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon is one of 32 wines listed in the Outstanding category of the Langton s V, Classification of Australian Wine. Grape Variety :: Cabernet Sauvignon Region :: Coonawarra Harvest :: 7th April to 8th of May ph :: 3.47 Acidity :: 6.7g/L RS :: 2.7g/L Alc/vol. :: 14.5% Vintage Conditions :: 2009 Coonawarra vintage was noted for the brief period of near record high temperatures in late February. The following cooler mild conditions were ideal for producing ripe Cabernet Sauvignon fruit at near optimal flavours. Odyssey is created from small parcels of premium Cabernet Sauvignon grapes sourced from some of our oldest vineyards and selected for their richness and intense Cabernet Sauvignon flavours. The variable conditions produced higher than expected maturity levels, concentrated colour and tannins and generous flavours. These attributes in the wines have since grown in stature and gained high praise. This Cabernet Sauvignon features brilliant colour, abundant fruit and substantial palate structure expected of the vintage. A wine with excellent cellaring potential. Cellaring Potential :: Suggested cellaring medium to long term (10 to 20 years). Oak Maturation :: First maturation of 15 months in 225L Barriques 60% of the barrels were new, 45% New French and 15% American. Second Maturation of 19 months in 225L Barriques 77% of barrels were new, 56% French and 21% American. Food Matching :: The intense flavours of Odyssey will perfectly accompany slow-cooked beef ragout and roast duck, served with a rich reduction. Colour :: Dark plum with purple red tinges. Nose :: An intricately layered and complex array of ripe fruit and oak maturation aromas. Ripe plum and subtle mulberry are complemented by alluring mocha and roast coffee notes. Palate :: An intense palate structure of ripe fruit flavours, smoothly interwoven with extended oak maturation. Dark berry fruits, hints of plum and mulberry with subtle vanilla, mocha and chocolate oak flavours are balanced by finely grained, softly assertive tannins. Wayne Stehbens, Winemaker

3 Katnook Odyssey Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon th Vintage Release Odyssey Katnook Estate creates two Limited Release wines of exceptional quality which embody luxury and refinement. These flagship wines, Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon and Prodigy Shiraz, are handcrafted from the vintages where only a superior quality is achieved. Crafted with the most meticulous attention to detail, these wines signify a seamless blend of intense fruit and extended oak maturation. Katnook Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon is one of 32 wines listed in the Outstanding category of the Langton s V, Classification of Australian Wine. Grape Variety :: Cabernet Sauvignon Region :: Coonawarra Harvest :: 22nd March to 26th April ph :: 3.48 Acidity :: 6.5g/L RS :: 2.0g/L Alc/vol. :: 14.5% Vintage Conditions :: 2008 vintage will be remembered not only for its quality, but also the seasonal variability. Commencing with a cool spring, followed by one of Coonawarra s hottest periods recorded in early March and finishing with near ideal mild conditions for harvest in early April. Although the heat accelerated the maturities and harvest in many vineyards, the adverse effects on grape quality was negligible. The variable conditions produced higher than expected maturity levels, concentrated colour and tannins and ripe generous flavours. These attributes in the wines have since grown in stature and gained high praise. This Cabernet Sauvignon features the excellent colour, rich fruit and substantial palate structure expected of the vintage. A wine with excellent cellaring potential. Cellaring Potential :: Suggested cellaring is medium to long term, years. Oak Maturation :: First maturation period of approximately 15 months in 225L Barriques - approximately 60% of the barrels were new, 45% French and 15% American. Second maturation period of approximately 19 months, also in 225L Barriques approximately 77% of barrels were new, 56% French and 21% American. Food Matching :: The intense flavours of Odyssey will ideally accompany full-flavoured dishes such as a slow-cooked beef ragout or roast duck, served with rich reduction. Colour :: Dark plum reds with purple red tinges. Nose :: An intricately layered and complex array of oak maturation and ripe fruit aromas. Generous mocha and roast bean laced with sweet vanilla overlay ripe plum, subtle mulberry and dusty fruit. Palate :: A richly laden palate structure of oak and ripe fruit flavours smoothly interwoven with extended oak maturation. Ripe dark berry fruits, hints of plum and dusty mulberry with subtle vanilla, mocha and chocolaty oak flavours are complemented with fine grained, softly assertive tannins. Wayne Stehbens, Winemaker

4 Katnook Odyssey Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon th Vintage Release Odyssey Katnook Estate creates two Limited Release wines of exceptional quality which embody luxury and refinement. These flagship wines, Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon and Prodigy Shiraz, are handcrafted from the vintages where only a superior quality is achieved. Crafted with the most meticulous attention to detail, these wines signify a seamless blend of intense fruit and extended oak maturation. Grape Variety :: Cabernet Sauvignon Region :: Coonawarra Harvest :: 22nd March to 26th April ph :: 3.50 Acidity :: 6.5g/L RS :: 3.7g/L Alc/vol. :: 14.5% Oak Maturation :: Maturation was approximately 36 months in predominantly small oak barrels of which 85% were new French Barriques and 15% were new American oak. A small proportion was returned to new, predominantly French oak in August Vintage Conditions :: 2006 Coonawarra vintage will be remembered as being very early and for the very low yields. Slightly above average temperatures prevailed during summer and extended into the ripening. The ideal conditions produced grapes that were disease free and in excellent condition. The Cabernet Sauvignon wines have excellent colour, substantial palate structures and generous fruit flavours notable also for their subtle varietal and regional distinction. Cellaring Potential :: Suggested cellaring is medium to long term, years. Food Matching :: The intense flavours of Odyssey would ideally accompany an eight-hour slow roasted beef rump, richly seasoned and served with a luscious jus and wine reduction. Colour :: Dark plum reds with purple red edges. Nose :: An opulent and complex array of ripened fruit and oak matured aromas. Rich mulberry and plum showing subtle dustiness are laced with sweet vanilla, smoky and roasted mocha oak aromas. Palate :: An intricately layered palate structure of ripe fruit and oak flavours seamlessly combined by maturation in barrels. Ripe dark berries, hints of dusty mulberry and spicy plums with subtle vanilla, mocha and chocolate oak flavours are all richly interwoven. Fine grained and softly assertive tannins complement the Cabernets lingering flavours. Wayne Stehbens, Winemaker

5 Katnook Odyssey Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon th Vintage Release Odyssey Katnook Estate creates two Limited Release wines of exceptional quality which embody luxury and refinement. These flagship wines, Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon and Prodigy Shiraz, are handcrafted from the vintages where only a superior quality is achieved. Crafted with the most meticulous attention to detail, these wines signify a seamless blend of intense fruit and extended oak maturation. Grape Variety :: Cabernet Sauvignon Region :: Coonawarra Harvest :: 8th to 16th April ph :: 3.42 Acidity :: 7.0 g/l Alc/vol. :: 14.0% Oak Maturation :: Total maturation was 35 months in predominantly French Barriques. The first 17 months, the barrels were new (83%) and predominantly American. Through the second period they were, for the most part, new French (86%) with the balance of barrels being predominantly aged French oak. Vintage Conditions :: The 2005 Coonawarra vintage will be noted for producing fruit in excellent condition with optimal ripeness. The season was close to ideal with below average summer temperatures and mild dry conditions through véraison extending well into April, allowing the fruit to develop rich ripe flavours. Combined with slightly below average yields, the season has produced Cabernet Sauvignon wines with excellent colour and abundant ripe fruit. They exhibit generous flavours and substantial palate structures with fine lingering tannins. Cellaring Potential :: Suggested cellaring is medium to long term, years. Food Matching :: The intense flavours of Odyssey are ideally accompanied by full-flavoured dishes such as baked rump of beef or roasted pheasant, served with rich reductions. Colour :: Dark plum red with purple-red hints. Nose :: Shows a rich and complex array of ripe fruit and oak maturation aromas. Dusty mulberry, dark berry and ripe plum are laced with sweet vanilla bean, subtle smoky and roasted mocha oak aromas. Palate :: An intricately layered palate structure with ripe fruit seamlessly combining the fine barrel maturation flavours. Ripe dark berries, hints of dusty mulberry and spicy plum are apparent with subtle vanilla, mocha and chocolate oak flavours richly interwoven. Fine grained, slightly chalky tannins complement the lingering flavours. Wayne Stehbens, Winemaker

6 Katnook Odyssey Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 Grape Variety :: Cabernet Sauvignon Region :: Coonawarra Harvest. :: 23rd April to 20th May. ph :: 3.42 Acidity :: 6.4 gms/l Alc/vol. :: 14.0% Oak Maturation :: Matured for approximately 3 years in small oak 225 litre barriques of which approximately 40% were new French and 42% were new American oak barrels. Other barrels were second-fill and predominantly French oak. Vintage :: Coonawarra had an ideal growing season leading into the 2004 vintage: excellent flowering which set slightly above average yields. Very cool and dry conditions during veraison with some rain just before harvest, followed by dry conditions ensured the fruit was picked at near optimal condition. The season produced Cabernet Sauvignon wines with attractive ripe fruit flavours and generous palate structures with soft tannins. The wines have excellent colour, good palate structure, generous fruit flavour and varietal distinction. Cellaring :: Medium to long term (10 to 20 years). Food Matching :: Simple beef, lamb or veal dishes with jus. Winemaker s Comments Colour :: Dark plum reds with purple red tinges. Nose :: A rich and complex array of ripe fruit and oak matured aromas. Dusty mulberry and ripe plum with subtle black olive fruits are laced with sweet vanilla bean, smoky and roasted mocha oak aromas. Palate :: An intricately layered palate structure of ripe fruit and oak flavours seamlessly combined by maturation in barrels. Ripe dark berries, hints of dusty mulberry and spicy plums with subtle vanilla, mocha and chocolate oak flavours are richly interwoven. Fine grained, softly assertive tannins complement lingering flavours.

7 Katnook Odyssey Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 Grape Variety :: Cabernet Sauvignon Region :: Coonawarra ph :: 3.40 Acidity :: 7.0g/L Alc/vol :: 14.5% alc/vol Vintage :: The 2003 Coonawarra was similar to the 2002 vintage. Climatically, the season was just below average temperatures and generally dry, yields were again disappointingly low and quality was very good. The combination of very low yields, small berries and a long mild and dry ripening period has produced wines rich in varietal fruit flavours with fine soft tannins. The wines have excellent colour, good palate structure, generous fruit flavour and varietal distinction. Oak Maturation :: Maturated for over 3 years in predominantly small oak 225 litre barriques of which approx 60% were new French oak and 25% were new American oak barrels. Cellaring :: Suggested cellaring is medium to long (10 to 20 years). Food Matching :: Suggested food accompaniments are red meats, game birds, veal and pork with reductions. WINEMAKER S COMMENTS Appearance :: Dark plum reds with purple red tinges. Nose :: A rich & complex expression of ripe fruit & oak matured tones. Dusty mulberry & ripe plum with subtle black olive fruits are enticingly infused with sweet vanilla bean, smoky & roasted mocha oak matured aromas. Palate :: Seams of complexity are a feature of the palate. Rich fruit and cedar oak tones are smoothly combined in this generous & appealing palate structure. Ripe dark berries, hints of dusty mulberry and spicy plums with subtle vanilla, mocha and chocolate from the long oak maturation period. Fine dusty, softly assertive lingering tannins complete the long flavours.

8 bwçááxç VtuxÜÇxà ftâä zçéç ECCE Grape Variety 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Region Coonawarra. Harvest 28th April to the 4th May 2002 Vintage The 2002 Coonawarra vintage will be recorded as being one of the latest as well as one of the smallest for many years and perhaps one of the best. The below average temperatures during summer and veraison continued for the ripening period, were also, unseasonably dry. The combination of very low yields and a long dry ripening allowed the fruit to be picked at near optimum flavours and with close to the highest maturities for many vintages. Winemaking Comments Maturated for over 3 years in predominantly small oak 225 litre barriques of which approx 65% were new French oak and 35% were new American oak barrels Cellar Medium to long (10 to 20 years). j ÇxÅt~xÜËá VÉÅÅxÇàá Colour Deep dark plum reds with mature garnet tinges. Nose A complex and richly layered array of ripe fruit & oak matured tones. Attractive dusty plum and mulberry fruits with subtle black olive tones are enticingly laced with sweet tobacco leaf and vanilla bean with chocolaty and mocha oak matured aromas. Palate: A profusion of rich fruit, sweet oak and oak maturation flavours are smoothly combined in this generous & appealing palate structure. Ripe dark berry fruits with hints of mulberry and spicy plums are combined subtle and sweet oak and oak maturation flavours. Sweet vanilla, mocha and chocolate from the long oak maturation period. Lingering flavours with soft smooth assertive fine tannins. ph: Acidity: Alc/vol % Alc.Vol

9 Region The fruit for this wine was harvested from exceptional areas of our Katnook Estate vineyards in Coonawarra. Vintage Conditions The 2001 season provided some trying grape growing conditions. A cool, wet spring was followed by above average temperatures during summer and veraison. Additional hang time due to fine and dry weather in the late stages of the harvest period allowed fruit to be picked at optimum maturity. Harvest Date Mid April to first week of May Oak Maturation Preliminary maturation was 30 months in 23% new French and 44% new American oak barrels. The wine was then racked and returned to barrels, of which 50% were new French oak for a further 8 months. Grape Variety 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Colour Intense dark plum with garnet edges. Nose A complex, richly layered array of ripe fruit and oak matured tones. Ripe, dusty mulberry and plum fruit are combined with chocolate, light mocha and fine cedar oak maturation characters with a hint of vanilla. Palate A lush, generously layered palate structure of rich fruit and oak maturation flavours. Spicy plum and dusty mulberry fruit are smoothly woven with sweet vanilla, mocha and chocolate from the long maturation period. Fine, soft tannins extend an intense and persistent finish. Wine Specifications Alc/Vol: 14.0% ph: 3.46 Acidity: 7.1 g/l Cellaring Potential Suggested cellaring is medium to long (10 to 20 years). Food suggestions Game birds, veal and pork with reduction sauces and red meats. Medium to strongly flavoured cheese. AUG 05

10 Katnook Estate 2000 Odyssey Region: Vintage Conditions: Harvest Date: The fruit for this wine was harvested from our Katnook Estate vineyard in Coonawarra season was ideal, slightly above average temperatures and very dry conditions. An early bud burst with a cool spring was followed by above average temperatures during summer and veraison. Fine conditions through out the harvest period, allowing fruit to be picked at optimum maturity, and without any disease pressures. Yields were slightly below average, the wines display very good varietal flavours with good ripeness and good palate depth. Mid to late April Oak Maturation: Matured for over 40 months in predominantly first use French oak 225 litre barrels. Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Winemakers Comments: Wayne Stehbens Colour: Nose: Palate: Wine Specifications: Intense dark plum with brick red edges. A complex array of ripe fruit and oak matured tones. Rich fruit aromas of plums, prunes and subtle dusty mulberry fruit combined with extended oak maturation aromas of mocha and roasted coffee bean with some chocolate and sweet vanilla. A richly layered palate structure of ripe fruit and oak maturation flavours. Soft and mouth filling, with ripe plum and mulberry fruit flavours seamlessly combined with oak maturation flavours of mocha, chocolate and vanilla from the long oak maturation period. Very fine, slightly dusty lingering tannins complement the lush palate structure. Alc/Vol: 14.5% ph: 3.32 Acidity: 7.4g/l Suggested Cellaring Potential: Suggested cellaring is medium to long (10 to 20 years).

11 Katnook Estate 1999 Odyssey Region: Vintage Conditions: The fruit for this wine was harvested from our Katnook Estate vineyard in Coonawarra. The 1999 season commenced with a cool spring and was followed by above average temperatures that extended through summer and into the ripening period. Although the very dry season was interrupted by rain in early March, drying weather followed and contributed to high quality fruit. The 1999 vintage will be praised and recorded among the best for Coonawarra. Exceptional fruit from very low yielding vines with optimum exposure was the essence of this wine. The wines display great character, excellent colours, outstanding fruit with good varietal definition and warm generous flavours. Harvest Date: 27 th April 1999 Oak Maturation: Grape Variety: Matured for 36 months in predominantly new French oak barrels. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Winemakers Comments: Wayne Stehbens Colour: Nose: Palate: Wine Specifications: Intense dark plum with light garnet and deep red hues. A sophisticated array of ripe fruit and oak matured tones. Rich fruit aromas of plums, prunes and subtle dusty mulberry fruit combined with extended oak maturation aromas of mocha and roasted coffee bean, some chocolate and sweet vanilla. A richly layered palate structure of ripe fruit and oak maturation flavours. Concentrated ripe plum and mulberry fruit flavours have seamlessly combined with oak maturation flavours of mocha, chocolate and vanilla during a long oak period. A firm, slightly dusty and chalky tannin structure extends the intense lingering finish. Alc/Vol: 14.5% ph: 3.4 Acidity: 6.7g/l Suggested Cellaring Potential: Suggested cellaring is medium to long (10 to 20 years).

12 Katnook Odyssey Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon th Vintage Release Odyssey Katnook Estate creates two Limited Release wines of exceptional quality which embody luxury and refinement. These flagship wines, Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon and Prodigy Shiraz, are handcrafted from the vintages where only a superior quality is achieved. Crafted with the most meticulous attention to detail, these wines signify a seamless blend of intense fruit and extended oak maturation. Grape Variety :: Cabernet Sauvignon Region :: Coonawarra Harvest :: 26th March until 4th May ph :: 3.45 Acidity :: 6.5g/L Alc/vol. :: 14.5% Vintage Conditions :: 1998 season was near optimum, with slightly above average temperatures being recorded and yet again well below average rainfall. The warmer season produced very ripe fruit in excellent condition that was disease free. The selection of exceptional fruit predominantly from a very mature vineyard that has very low yielding vines with optimum exposure is the essence of this wine. The wines display great character, excellent colours, outstanding fruit with good varietal definition and warm generous flavours. Cellaring Potential :: Suggested cellaring is medium to long (10 to 20 years). Oak Maturation :: Preliminary maturation in new French oak (23%) and new American oak (44%) Barriques for approximately 20 months. All barrels were racked and the wine was returned to barrel for a further 8 months maturation. For this maturation close to 50% of the barrels were new French barriques. Colour :: Very dark colour with intense hues and red garnet edges. Nose :: A rich and complex array of ripe fruit and oak matured aromas. Dark berry fruit tones of plum and mulberry combined with aromas of chocolate and light mocha and subtle sweet vanilla oak from extended oak maturation. Palate :: Concentrated palate with seamless structure of rich fruit and oak maturation flavours. Attractive ripe plum, mulberry and dusty fruit flavours are evident. New oak flavours with sweet vanilla, mocha and dark chocolate reflect the extended oak maturation period of this wine. A soft yet firm tannin structure with a subtle chalky lingering note adds to the intense and persistent finish. Wayne Stehbens, Winemaker

13 Katnook Odyssey Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 Grape Variety :: Cabernet Sauvignon Region :: Coonawarra ph :: 3.6 Acidity :: 5.6g/L Alc/vol :: 14.0% alc/vol Vintage :: The 1997 vintage in the Coonawarra began with above average temperatures and a very dry summer. In contrast, March and April temperatures fell to well below average, which slowed grape maturities to the extent that the harvest of Cabernet Sauvignon was delayed for two weeks. The fruit was harvested near optimum flavours producing deeply coloured wines that have good varietal definition, rich generous flavours with lingering tannins. A vintage that is comparable among the best and will cellar for many years. WINEMAKER S COMMENTS Appearance on Release :: Deep, dark garnet reds, very intense hues. Appearance in 2007 :: Intense dark plum with brick red tinges and light garnet edges. Nose on Release:: A sophisticated array of rich berry fruit and cedar oak matured tones. Some plum and prunes, hints of dusty mulberry fruit and aromas of light roasted coffee bean and spiced cedar notes from extended oak maturation. Nose in 2007 :: As above but with some additional light tobacco leaf maturation. Palate on Release :: A concentrated, richly layered palate structure of ripe fruit and oak maturation flavours. Plum and prune, hints of liquorice, and dusty fruit flavours have seamlessly combined with French oak sweet vanilla, cedar and mocha characters during the long oak maturation period. A firm slightly chalky tannin structure extends the lingering finish. Palate in 2007 :: Bottle maturation has softened the palate and added a suppleness. Close to its best with years to go. An excellent wine from a difficult vintage.

14 Katnook Estate 1996 Odyssey Colour: Nose: Palate: Deep garnet red with deep purple edge. A sophisticated array of rich earthy fruit and oak matured tones. There are ripe berry and dusty mulberry fruit aromas, with hints of liquorice, chocolate/mocha and cedar notes from extended oak maturation. A concentrated, layered palate structure of rich fruit and oak maturation flavours. Ripe berries, hints of liquorice, and dusty fruit flavours have blended seamlessly with the sweet vanilla from French oak and mocha characters from the long oak maturation period. A firm slightly chalky tannin structure extends the intense lingering finish. Oak Maturation: Specifications: Matured for 38 months in small, mostly new French barriques. Bottled August Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Region: Coonawarra Harvest: Late April ph: 3.4 Acidity: 6.9 gms/l Alc/vol: 14.3% Comments The 1996 Coonawarra vintage was in many ways similar to 1995 vintage. Spring was a continuation of very cool temperatures and well below average rainfall months. Harvest of Cabernet Sauvignon was delayed until late April due to the cool dry season. The fruit was harvested near optimum flavours producing a wine that has rich varietal definition and good depth of flavours that will age for 15 to 20 yrs. Winemaker: Wayne Stehbens

15 Katnook Estate 1994 Odyssey Colour: Nose: Palate: Oak Maturation: Deep garnet red with purple edge. A sophisticated array of earthy fruit and oak matured tones. There are ripe berry and liquorice aromas with a hint of mulberry and chocolate/mocha notes with cigar box from oak. Beautifully balanced, luxurious palate of concentrated berry fruit, hints of liquorice and dusty fruit flavours. Another layer of complexity comes from French oak with sweet vanilla and cedary/mocha characters. Tannin structure is firm, extending the intense lingering finish. Matured for 2 and a half years in French oak barriques. Bottled 20 December, Specifications: Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Region: Coonawarra Harvest: Late April ph: 3.57 Acidity: 6.7 gms/ Alc/Vol: 14.0% Comments: The 1994 vintage in Coonawarra was unusually cool and dry and was a continuation of very good to outstanding vintages since The cool season allowed the grapes to ripen slowly and uniformly producing fruit with great depth of flavour, excellent colours and firm soft tannins. Rated amongst the best vintages in Coonawarra. Winemaker: Wayne Stehbens

16 Katnook Estate 1992 Odyssey Colour: Nose: Palate: Deep crimson with deep purple edges. Ripe mulberry aroma with hints of violets and dusty, cedary oak. Sweet barrel maturation and bottle aged characters. Luxurious flavours of ripe mulberry and earthy fruit, cedary oak with a hint of char. Firm, chalky tannins add to the substantial body of this wine. Oak Maturation: Matured for 30 months in small French oak. Specifications: Grape Variety: Region: Harvest: Comments: Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra 23rd March to 8th April ph: 3.49 Acidity: 6.4gms/l 13.7% approximately 8 standard drinks Alc/Vol: The 1992 vintage at Coonawarra is rated as one of the best. Ideal cool ripening conditions produced grapes of excellent quality. The wines have outstanding varietal definition and a subtle richness that sets them apart from other vintages. Ageing Potential: This wine will continue to develop and integrate up to the year 2015 and beyond. Winemaker: Wayne Stehbens

17 Odyssey 1991 Colour Nose Palate Deep black cherry red. Complex aromas of rich cigarbox, chocolate and mocha with some earthiness and vanillin oak. Refined rich aged fruit and oak characters. Concentrated flavours of intense berries, chocolate and a hint of mocha, combined in an earthy, slightly dusty palate. Mouthfilling flavours are well rounded by a combination of authoritative fruit and some bottle age. Soft yet assertive tannins complement the diversity of flavours. Specifications VarietyCabernet Sauvignon Region Coonawarra Harvest First week of April ph 3.44 Acidity 6.5 gms/l Alc/Vol 14% Wayne Stehbens, Winemaker Comments Coonawarra s 1991 vintage was warm and very dry with slightly above average temperatures culminating in one of our earliest vintages ever. The red wines had generous flavours, excellent colour and soft tannin structures. Matured in predominantly new French oak for nearly three years and bottle aged for 18 months prior to release. Expected cellaring up to 2011.

18 Katnook Estate 1990 Odyssey Region: Vintage Conditions: Harvest Date: Oak Maturation: Grape Variety: The fruit for this wine was harvested from a dedicated area of our Katnook Estate vineyards in Coonawarra, which produces exceptional depth and definition. The 1990 season is considered one of the finest recorded in Coonawarra. Conditions were ideal with temperatures slightly below average and a long, dry summer allowing perfect ripening. Third week of April. Matured for 36 months in new French oak sourced from forests near the centre of France. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Winemakers Comments: Wayne Stehbens Colour: Nose: Palate: Wine Specifications: Deep crimson with deep purple edges. Rich and complex, aromas of chocolate, mocha and cedary oak with sweet subtle barrel maturation and bottle aged characters. Concentrated ripe fruit and cedary, dusty oak. A rich combination of ripe fruit, long barrel maturation and bottle aged characters. Firm lingering tannins balance the mouthfilling flavours. Alc/Vol: 13.5% ph: 3.45 Acidity: 6.3g/L Suggested Cellaring Potential: Suggested cellaring is medium to long (2010 to 2015 and beyond). Food suggestions: Game birds, veal and pork with reduction sauces and red meats. Medium to strongly flavoured cheese.