B1ockOne 2018 will be available for sale from late February 2026 as our new stock arrives from Bordeaux. Watch out for our media release for dates....
Our 2018 Bordeaux Season
2018 is the first of three consecutive strong Bordeaux vintages, each with their own characteristics determined by the location of the vineyard and the specific wetware of that year.
In Paradise Rescued, Cardan Bordeaux, the season began with a lot of winter / spring rain plus humidity in the vineyard. Overall the vineyards were well (organically) protected and mildew free going into the hot summer that followed.
A long hot dry period went from late June through July, August and on into September. In the final part of summer, the weather pattern was characterised by dry often hot days with cool to cold nights - ideal conditions for achieving both ripe and mature fruit in the vineyard. Gentle rain fell in early September as a perfect lead into the harvest period.
Our 2018 Bordeaux Harvest
Our Merlot was hand picked on Saturday 22nd September followed by the Cabernet Franc a week later on the 29th. Overall the fruit grapes were small with thick skins allowing the development of deep rich colours in the wines.
The organic wines are fruity forward and easy to drink in the Paradise Rescued tradition.
Paradise Rescued BlockTwo 2018 is a 100% Cabernet Franc wine.
ABV 14.5%
**Gold Medal Winner - London Wine Competition 2024**
**Silver MedalWinner - Global Cabernet Franc Masters 2024**
Media
"Spiced cassis and plum notes on the nose. Cassis flavours on the palate with baked tomato, capsicum and cedar notes. Spicy tobacco hints too. Smooth tannins and well-balanced." London Wine Competition 2024
David's comment
"The 2018 B1ockOne Cabernet Franc reminds me a lot of our successful 2014 B1ockOne. With long spells of hot summer days and cool nights, the fruit was higher in sugar and well taste ripened giving a fuller bodied taste that will again be very popular in Australia.
Plenty of fresh fruit to taste and the signature long finish once again. Enjoy !" David Stannard, Owner.
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