Campbells Rutherglen Topaque (37.5cl)

Campbells Rutherglen Topaque

Campbells Rutherglen Topaque NV – Deep, brilliant old gold. Lifted toffee, honey and cold tea characters combine to produce the unique character of Rutherglen Topaque. Toffee
and tealeaf characters predominate on the front of the palate with a cleansing hint of spirit and old oak on the finish.

Viticulture

The vines for the Rutherglen Topaque are planted on deep alluvial red loam soils which retain moisture allowing the fruit to ripen gradually on the vine. The age of the vines vary from young, 10, 20, 40 or even 80 year old
vines. We may pick one block of vines early, or manage the yields of another through the use of selective pruneing. A balance is required between, yield, canopy and subsequent quality. The decision to pick is
based on the suitablility for the various classificatons and with one eye on the weather.

Vinification

The grapes are left until late in the season to achieve optimum ripeness, ensuring maximum fruit flavour and a high degree of natural sweetness. Selected parcels of the finished wine are then added to the Rutherglen
Topaque solera which is a blend of a number of vintages from many past years. Wine can only be withdrawn from this solera when it matches exactly with the previous withdrawal thus ensuring the quality and
consistency of style.

Food Pairing

Blended through our solera for optimum flavour and balance, this wine will not improve with further cellaring and should ideally be enjoyed soon after opening. A heavenly match with honeycomb ice cream, fruit based
desserts, soft cheeses, chilled as an aperitif or as an after dinner drink with coffee

Producer Information

Campbells is a fifth-generation family owned wine business with over 145 years of toil and winemaking success in Rutherglen. Their focus is on creating wines of provenance, character and finesse with a hands-on approach and an uncompromising commitment to quality.

Campbells Winery is situated in the historic town of Rutherglen; a former gold mining town and wine region, in the North East of Victoria, Australia. This region is bordered to the north by the mighty Murray River and to the east by the foothills to the ‘Victorian Alps’. Frequently long, dry autumns provide slow and gentle ripening periods which results in fully flavoured wines with complexity and elegance. They are famous for their world class Muscats and Topaques and fully flavoured red table wines.

Campbells are a proud member of Australia’s First Families of Wine.

For more information on the Campbells winery go to  their website

To see our full range of Campbells product go to our dedicated webpage.

The Campbell’s story at Rutherglen began in 1870 and is one of evolution, tenacity and determination, building on the experience of generations past with a dedication to innovation.

Campbells Rutherglen Topaque (37.5cl)