Rusden

In 1979 Christine and Dennis Canute purchased 40 acres of run-down vineyard in Vine Vale; white sand over red clay country in the heart of the Barossa. Grapes were not a precious commodity at the time, but the idea of a 'hobby farm', with room for the kids to run, seemed adventurous and was to later become a serious labour of love.

In 1997, 5 second-hand barriques were purchased and experimentations with the grape varieties Shiraz, Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon began. Chris and Dennis' son, Christian, who was working at Rockford wines at the time, became an essential part of the team during this vintage. The winery has developed from these small beginnings, however is still very much boutique in scale. These are hand-crafted wines made in a voluptuous style, with intense fruit and silky tannins.

Producer’s Website: http://www.rusdenwines.com.au (opens in new window)

Currently available:

2007 Ripper Creek Cabernet Shiraz

2007 Full Circle Mataro

2006 Boundaries Cabernet Sauvignon

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