Coppermine Road 2019 is a bold red wine crafted from the best Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard of D’Arenberg Winery, located in the heart of McLaren Vale, Australia. With extremely limited production each year, it consistently captivates critics and wine lovers alike.
Founded in 1912 by Joseph Osborn, D’Arenberg is one of Australia’s most iconic wineries. Nestled in the picturesque McLaren Vale, it’s now run by the fourth generation of the family, Chester Osborn, who remains committed to organic and biodynamic winemaking. With deep respect for the environment and traditional techniques, the winery brings out the best in each grape variety and vineyard, producing wines that reflect the authenticity and power of their terroir.
Right next to the winery runs Coppermine Road—a scenic route that borders the estate’s top Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard and leads to an old copper mine. The wine takes its name from this historic road. The vineyard is planted with a nearly extinct clone of Cabernet Sauvignon, over 100 years old, offering rare aromatic and flavor complexity. The result is a wine of remarkable structure and concentration, capable of aging gracefully for over two decades. It’s now considered one of the flagship Cabernets of McLaren Vale.
Grapes are crushed in small batches, with fermentation taking place in open-top fermenters. Traditional foot-treading is used to extract high-quality tannins. Fermentation finishes in a mix of new and seasoned French oak barrels, adding depth and complexity. The wine is bottled unfiltered to preserve the pure character of the variety and the unique profile of the Coppermine Road vineyard. It’s built for long-term cellaring.
Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 by D’Arenberg is a stellar choice if you’re looking for something bold and expressive, with the true soul of McLaren Vale.
