Houghton can rely upon an impressive portfolio of splendid vineyards to source the best fruit. The estate managed sites are planted to healthy vines trained to yield the most intensely flavoured grapes. Warm daytime temperatures are moderated by cooler evenings that enable the grapes to ripen gradually, achieving vibrant fruit flavours. Cabernet, Merlot and Shiraz are harvested, crushed and separately handled. Parcels are vinified on skins in static fermenters for ten days. Upon completion, components are gently pressed off skins and transferred to a selection of French oak barrels for nine months maturation before being assembled into the finished wine. Alcohol 14.0%