Hedges Family Estate "La Haute Cuvee" apertivo Elevage lasts a total of

Elevage lasts a total of 15 months before bottling

Best enjoyed on the rocks or blended with sparkling water

The grape clusters are left whole as fermentation begins by carbonic maceration

thanks to the exclusive use of natural ingredients

Hedges Family Estate "La Haute Cuvee" apertivo Elevage lasts a total ofSpicy red fruits, cedarwood, tobacco, cigar, and chocolate notes all emerge from the 2019 La Haute Cuve, a medium to full bodied, ripe, nicely balanced red with fine tannins, good mid palate depth, and outstanding length. A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon and equal parts Petit Verdot and Merlot, it's drinking nicely today yet should have a good decade of longevity. 94 Pts Jeb Dunnuck